Lead Poisoning Prevention Nurse Educator

MaineGuide; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) in Augusta, ME is seeking a Nursing Education Consultant to support the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. You will join a multidisciplinary team to educate families, coordinate case management, and train providers on in-office blood lead testing.

This office-based role offers partial telework with management approval. Qualified candidates are licensed RNs with relevant teaching and collaborative skills, and the position includes a salary

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse with a valid state license.
• 4 years of progressive experience in nursing education or related fields.
• Knowledge of blood lead testing methods and exposure pathways.
• Experience with case management and interagency coordination.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Nursing Education Consultant for CLPPP to support lead poisoning prevention.
• Educate families about lead exposure sources and prevention.
• Train partners and healthcare providers on in-office blood lead testing.
• Coordinate case management with environmental specialists and social workers.
• Act as first contact for provider offices and families after elevated test results.

Skills

Nursing education

Staff development

In-service education

Patient education

Consultation services

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

ImmPact

Job description

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) in Augusta, ME is seeking a Nursing Education Consultant to support the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program. You will join a multidisciplinary team to educate families, coordinate case management, and train providers on in-office blood lead testing.

This office-based role offers partial telework with management approval. Qualified candidates are licensed RNs with relevant teaching and collaborative skills, and the position includes a salary