Community Health Asthma Management Program Coordinator

Asthma Management Program Coordinator

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

In collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders, this position is responsible for both coordination of and performing direct service activities designed to reduce the burden of asthma in Milwaukee County. A grant-funded position, the specific program outcomes and objectives will be determined annually in partnership with State of Wisconsin. Program components will be inclusive of but not limited to: community outreach and partnership, client and family health education, and outcome collection and analysis. The Asthma Management Program Coordinator provides a combination of direct services that includes in home asthma education, home environmental assessments, and small group classroom instruction within designated schools.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with BSN preferred OR Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapist Program with minimum of AS or AAS degree, BS preferred.
• A current RN license to practice professional nursing in the state of Wisconsin OR certification by National Board for Respiratory Care and license to practice respiratory care in the state of Wisconsin.
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
• Two years of nursing experience or respiratory care experience preferred with an emphasis on health education; previous experience in pediatrics preferred.
• Requires a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, personal auto liability insurance coverage and the ability to be insured by the CHHS auto insurance carrier. Must have reliable vehicle that can be used for conducting home visits and which may include transportation of supplies.
• A high level of communication skills (oral and written) necessary for assessment of health concerns and referral for appropriate medical advice and to effectively interact with school staff, public health staff, primary or specialty care providers, and other community agencies.
• Experience working with families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds strongly preferred.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

+ one of the following: - N/A, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License Driver's License - State of Wisconsin, License Respiratory Care Practitioner (28) - State of Wisconsin, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin