Registered Nurse - Nurse Family Partnership- Luzerne County

Maternal And Family Health Services, Inc.; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Registered Nurse in the Nurse Family Partnership Program. This role involves providing comprehensive nursing services to women and families, conducting home visits, and collaborating with other professionals to ensure quality care. The position offers a supportive work culture and a family-friendly schedule with no holidays or weekends.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and generous paid time off

401(k) contributions (up to 6%)

Paid life and disability insurance

Paid training and development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in maternal/child health or public health preferred.
• Current PA RN License and CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits with women and families following NFP guidelines.
• Build therapeutic relationships with clients and assess their needs.
• Provide education, support, and resources using various teaching tools.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse - Nurse Family Partnership - Luzerne County

Join our team at Maternal And Family Health Services, Inc. as a Registered Nurse in the Nurse Family Partnership Program in Luzerne County.

About Us

Maternal and Family Health Services' programs serve over 90,000 people annually, empowering individuals and families from diverse backgrounds to lead healthier lives. We value diversity, inclusion, and a culture of acceptance, both internally and in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) Nurse Home Visitor provides comprehensive nursing services to eligible women and their families, adhering to the NFP model, policies, procedures, and standards of Maternal and Family Health Services, Inc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conduct home visits with women and families, following the NFP guidelines and utilizing reflective and motivational interviewing techniques.
2. Build therapeutic relationships with up to 30 clients, including primiparous and multiparous mothers.
3. Assess physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs; assist in goal setting.
4. Provide education, support, and resources using various teaching tools.
5. Collaborate with other professionals involved in client care.
6. Develop nursing diagnoses, client education plans, and evaluate progress.
7. Schedule visits, including telehealth options, and participate in supervisory and team meetings.
8. Maintain accurate documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
9. Support community outreach and develop referral networks.
10. Stay informed on healthcare developments to ensure safe, quality services.
11. Contribute to organizational and programmatic goals.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; candidates with an Associate's Degree are expected to enroll in a BSN program within 2 years and complete it within 5 years.
2. Experience in maternal/child health or public health preferred.
3. Current PA RN License and CPR Certification.
4. Child Abuse, PA Criminal Record, and FBI Clearances.
5. Valid driver's license, insurance, and access to a vehicle.
6. Excellent communication and customer service skills.
7. Ability to walk and climb stairs, carrying up to 25 lbs.
8. Flexible working hours, including some evenings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Start with 2 weeks of vacation, increasing with tenure.
• Personal days and sick leave from day one.
• 100% company match on 401(k) contributions (up to 6%).
• Paid life and disability insurance.
• Family-friendly schedule, no holidays or weekends.
• Paid training and development programs.
• Supportive, collaborative work culture.

Additional Information

Join us in making a difference! Visit www.mfhs.org for more details. We are an ADA and EEO employer, encouraging diversity in our workforce.