NURSE SPECIALIST - NFP - Public Health

Nurse, Specialist - NFP

The Nurse, Specialist - NFP will be responsible for assisting with the daily functions of Public Health including providing comprehensive community health nursing services to women and their families eligible for the Nurse Family Partnership, according to the guidelines of the Nurse Family Partnership (NFP).

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits & 13 County Holidays.

For more information, please visit the employee benefits page.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides home visits for women and families in the NFP Program.
• Supports the guidelines and standards of the NFP Program and Public Health.
• Promotes awareness of NFP throughout Tarrant County.
• Develops and maintains community relations to support NFP referrals.
• Completes all required NFP training and continuing education.
• Assesses physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to the NFP guidelines.
• Consults and collaborates with other professionals involved in providing services to women and their families.
• Maintains a caseload of 25 active clients and fulfills reporting responsibilities.
• Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of the Public Health Department as assigned or required.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stay organized and know how to prioritize the workload.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competency with computers and Microsoft Office 365 Suite.
• Advanced analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of field of nursing.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to make professional nursing decisions and operate autonomously under the NFP guidelines.
• Flexible work availability is needed to facilitate home visits.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) with two (2) years related experience OR
• An Associate's degree in Nursing or equivalent and four (4) years of related experience.
• Current Texas or multistate compact (including Texas) RN license required. Texas RN license required within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Must possess a valid driver license, with good driving record.

To be considered for this position, your application must be complete and clearly reflect the minimum qualifications. Incomplete information in the Education (including type of degree, field of study, and graduation), Experience, or Certification / License sections may result in disqualification, as eligibility for minimum qualifications cannot be confirmed without complete documentation. Proof of educational attainment is required during onboarding.

Tarrant County will conduct background checks that will include a criminal background check and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, educational attainment, or additional State or Federal legal requirements.