Public Health Nursing Director, Community Health Leadership

Maryland; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MDH Harford County Health Department seeks a Community Health Director of Nursing to lead the Clinical Services Bureau, ensure delivery of high-quality public health and clinical services, and guide program planning and policy implementation. This role supervises leadership staff, supports budgeting, and partners with internal and external stakeholders to improve population health.

The Director will provide direct clinical services as needed and lead during emergencies, ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• This position requires a Master’s degree in Nursing or related field with four years of experience as a community health nurse in an administrative, supervisory, consultative or teaching capacity, OR two years as a CHN plus three years in an administrative/supervisory/teaching role.
• A Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field with five years of experience as a community health nurse in an administrative, supervisory, consultative or teaching capacity may substitute for the required education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for the Clinical Services Bureau to ensure high-quality public health and clinical services.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and continuously improve bureau programs, policies, and procedures to meet community needs and comply with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Supervise program leadership staff, support budget development and program planning, and collaborate with internal and external partners to improve population health outcomes.
• Provide direct clinical services as needed and serve in a leadership role during emergency preparedness activities and public health responses.

Skills

Excellent communication

Data analysis

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

MDH Harford County Health Department seeks a Community Health Director of Nursing to lead the Clinical Services Bureau, ensure delivery of high-quality public health and clinical services, and guide program planning and policy implementation. This role supervises leadership staff, supports budgeting, and partners with internal and external stakeholders to improve population health.

The Director will provide direct clinical services as needed and lead during emergencies, ensuring compliance with