NURSE HOME VISITOR (2) - Jefferson County
UAB Medicine
Description
Key Duties Responsibilities:
1. Develops therapeutic relationships, utilize concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment. Maintains relationships throughout the healthcare continuum.
2. Assesses physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to NFP domains. Provides education, support and referral resources in assisting women and their families in attaining their targeted goals. Demonstrates a willingness to meeting the learning needs of patients and families. Utilizes appropriate resources to meet the needs of families and to achieve positive results.
3. Participates in community coalition in support of NFP, promotes public awareness and develops/maintains community relationships to support client referrals. Creates an environment that promotes educational and growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues.
4. Supports policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of NFP and the lead agency.
5. Participates in community coalition in support of NFP, promotes public awareness and develops/maintains community relationships to support client referrals. Creates an environment that promotes educational and growth opportunities for nursing peers and colleagues.
6. Supports policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of NFP and the lead agency. Demonstrates respect and understanding for peers and other clinical disciplines and participates as an effective member of the patient care team.
7. Demonstrates leadership behaviors and is committed to the development of self and others. Adheres to nursing process and the NFP model of home visitation. Carries a case load of up to 25 clients.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must pass an MVR check and provide proof of insurance in the amount of $100,000.00 per person, $300,000.00 per occurrence. Home visiting experience preferred. Individual must possess basic computer skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A bilingual candidate who can speak Spanish is a strong preference. Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekend shifts.