Initial Assessment Nursing Consultant (70%)

State of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Prorated leave

Job summary

Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) in Milwaukee seeks a Nursing Consultant 1 to provide medical expertise and consultation for initial assessment staff and contracted staff. The role focuses on collecting and translating health information to improve decision making and coordination with health care providers.

The position supports collaboration with pediatric providers to ensure health monitoring and development services for children in care, with a 70% full-time equivalent

Qualifications

• Registration or ability to register as a nurse in the State of Wisconsin (Must be registered by time of appointment).
• Clinical experience in pediatric nursing.
• Nursing experience with assessment of neglected infants, children, or young adults.
• Experience writing case notes.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Experience using critical thinking to solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing consultation to support Initial Assessment and Access staff and contracted staff.
• Collaborate with medical providers to integrate relevant health information into decision making.
• Support age-appropriate health and development services for children in care.
• Conduct or co‑facilitate home visits when needed.
• Work under supervision of the DMCW Medical Unit Manager.

Skills

Nurse licensure

Pediatric nursing

Clinical assessment

Case notes

Communication

Critical thinking

Job description

The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare, Medical/Behavioral Health Services Section is currently recruiting to fill an 70% Initial Assessment Nursing Consultant position in Milwaukee, WI. DCF offers great benefits, personal growth opportunities and work-life balance as a State of Wisconsin employee; and the intrinsic reward associated with serving the children and families of Wisconsin. To learn more about DCF’s complete compensation package, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator! This position is headquartered at our Milwaukee DCF Office and will have the option to work hybrid for up to 70% of the time (approximately 5 out of 7 days per pay period). This schedule may change based on training or operational needs. Employees need to report to the Milwaukee DCF Office, located at 635 N 26 Street office on their first day for onboarding and orientation. This position is a 70% full-time equivalent (FTE), working 7 full days per pay period (4 days one week, 3 days the following week). This vacancy comes with the full health/dental benefits package and prorated leave balances. High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of hybrid work. Come see why DCF is such a great place to work! DCF is committed to the important work of helping children, youth and families become safer, more secure and progress down the road to true independence. For more information about DCF, visit our website at http://dcf.wi.gov/.

Position Summary

This position is located within the Division of Milwaukee Child Welfare (DMCW) and provides consultation and medical expertise to assist the Initial Assessment and Access staff and contracted staff of the DMCW by systematically collecting, recording, analyzing and translating pertinent available information on the child’s health status and any health and/or developmental vulnerabilities with children who may be victims of child abuse and/or neglect. This position works with community physicians and health care professionals to establish improved reporting and communication between the medical provider community and DMCW that would facilitate the integration of relevant medical information into DMCW decision making. This position works in collaboration with children’s other health and social service providers to facilitate the delivery of age-appropriate health and development services to children assigned to the DMCW. In addition, this position provides nursing consultation to initial assessment specialists who ensure comprehensive health assessments occur and plan for periodic ongoing health monitoring. On occasion, the incumbent will jointly perform home visits with the Initial Assessment Specialist separate from the initial F2F, not inclusive of direct nursing services. This position provides mainly a consultative/care management role with some indirect service responsibilities. This position works under the general supervision of the DMCW Medical Unit Manager.

Salary Information

The classification title for this position is Nursing Consultant 1. The starting salary is between $37.00 and $43.00 per hour ($53,872 and $62,608 annually), depending on qualifications. Pay for current State of WI employees will be based on the compensation plan in effect at the time of the appointment. Pay for current state employees who are transferring will be determined based upon the pay on transfer rules (higher level duties or equity) as outlined in the compensation plan in effect at the time of appointment. The pay schedule/range is 11-04. A one-year probationary period may be required.

Job Details

Due to the nature of the position, final candidates may be required to allow DCF to conduct a security background check to determine whether the circumstances of any pending charges or convictions would be substantially related to the job being filled.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DCF sponsorship.) The Department of Children and Families does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Registration or the ability to register as a nurse in the State of Wisconsin (Must be registered by time of appointment).
• Clinical experience in pediatric nursing.
• Nursing experience with an emphasis on the clinical assessment and care of neglected infants, children, or young adults.
• Experience writing case notes.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Experience using critical thinking skills to solve problems.

Well-qualified Applicants Will Have:

• Experience working with medically fragile infants, children with chronic conditions, and/or those with a history of developmental or emotional concerns.
• Nursing experience providing home health nursing/home visitation programs.
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and relating medical information to the social, psychological, and economic needs of children and families.

Physical Requirements

The requirements of this position require the ability to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, squat, and to lift and carry young children (up to 40 lbs).

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national original, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM on August 30, 2026. If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact, Angela Cox at 608-422-6422 or via email at [e-mail]. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance.