Hybrid/remote/in-office/home visits 50%+

Position Overview:
The applicant must possess in-depth knowledge and understanding of health promotion and disease prevention principles and community resources. The applicant must also possess the knowledge and skills to use computer applications and resources to assess individual health status, create individualized health profiles, and engage residents of African descent in developing plans to prevent avoidable health risks. Also, the applicant must understand cultural competency in providing effective prevention services.
The RN reports to the Supervisory Nurse. The RN provides support for all activities. The position must function independently as a registered nurse, full-time, in multiple settings, and communicate effectively with various methods to ensure an understanding of diverse backgrounds and preferences. The RN must achieve the company goals while balancing team and individual responsibilities. This position will require evening and weekend time.
Key Functions /Responsibilities

Conducts case management of an undetermined number of pregnant women in the target population, with 75 percent of the women and babies continuing in the program for up to one year postpartum
Coordinate, organize, and facilitate multiple multi-session Child and will birth/ Breastfeeding classes
Screens women with the Edinburgh Pre and Postnatal Depression Screening Tool
Provides education and follow-up to all patients with hypertension and diabetes enrolled in diabetic education classes
Works with clients to provide education on goal setting and increase knowledge and skills needed to manage hypertension and-and and diabetes, prevent complications, and follow up on behavioral and outcome changes
Provides referrals to other public and private services in the community, including housing, and stress management
Participates in pertinent committees, coalitions, and meetings on infant mortality and prenatal health
Uses a team approach to prevention and interventions services and ensures collaboration and communication with all team members
Assures that all data and information are entered into the data management system timely
Recommends changes in protocols and procedures needed to improve programs and services

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree and previous community health experience
Must maintain a current license in the State of Maryland to practice nursing
Montgomery County resident preferred/ Bilingual in French a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)
RN License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Rockville, MD 20852 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rockville, MD 20852

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Maternal/Baby RN-African American Health Program

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