Nurse Specialist - Homeless Health Services - Health & Social Services Division

The Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently when public health emergencies occur. All Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division employees are responsible for ensuring their contact information is current and they are accessible should a public health emergency arise. The Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division maintains a call down system to store contact information and mobilize staff in the event of an emergency. During a public health emergency, all staff are required to respond should a call to mobilize be made. During a public health emergency, work hours for any and all Hamilton County Health & Social Services Division employees are subject to modification to meet the needs of the community. Under general supervision, provides mobile medical services and/or social counseling, support, and clinical case management to the homeless population in an outpatient or outreach setting. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.) Conducts and coordinates clinical outreach/offsite services to homeless or potentially homeless people at shelters, parks, campsites, streets, vacant buildings, and any other location where homeless people may be found. Works both independently and as a member of the comprehensive medical team. Develops linkages within the larger community to facilitate referrals of people who may be homeless and in need of services. Knowledge of federal, state, and county laws, rules, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures related to provision of Public Health Professional Nursing services. Knowledge of professional Registered Nurse medical methods, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of community and county medical, social, and behavioral services. Knowledge of quality reviews and audit methods, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of specialty methods, practices and procedures related to area of assignment. Knowledge of patient chart documentation, recordkeeping, case management, and specialized medical procedures related to area of assignment. Skill utilizing specialized medical equipment utilizing proper universal health and safety precautions. Skill managing upset and/or confrontational patients/clients or family members. Skill reading, analyzing, and interpreting medical research, reports, tests, and information. Skill utilizing verbal and written communication in providing presentations, counseling, educational materials, and instructions related to medical information. Skill providing case management to indigent or underserved populations. Skill utilizing customer service/public relations techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints. Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form. A Bachelor’s Degree or an Associate’s Degree in Nursing. Must possess an active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure or eligible for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. Current CPR Certification and a valid driver’s license are required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior work experience in working with homeless populations and/or serving in a clinical lead position. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is deemed essential/situational during inclement weather situations and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head. Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Work requires long periods of standing, walking, lifting medical supplies or patients weighing up to 50 pounds, assisting patients in transfers to examination tables, performing routine lab work such as blood draws and specimen collection, extensive contact with infectious diseases, mentally ill or combative patients, home visits, case management and attention to detail. Some positions require occasional after hours on-call duties. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION : This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change. All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. #J-18808-Ljbffr