WAKE COUNTY, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Apr 30, 2024
What You'll Be Doing Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a leadership opportunity? If so, join #TeamWake as the Nurse Supervisor for the Prenatal Clinic! Infant mortality rate in Wake County is 4.7 per 1000 live births. The disparity among minorities is much higher, with the infant mortality rate of African-American women at 9.7 and 5.2 for Hispanic women. The teen pregnancy rate is 20% with repeat pregnancy rate in this age group at 22%. The Wake County Health and Human Services’ Prenatal Clinic offers basic ultrasounds in addition to low-risk prenatal visits, referrals to the High Risk OB clinic and has implemented expedited partner treatment for STD’s. This initiative serves to protect women from reinfection of STD’s, a leading cause of pre-term delivery and infant morbidity. This position is responsible for a team of Registered Nurses (RN’s) and Certified Medical Assistants who provide support to prenatal clinic providers. Essential Functions: Manage and supervise day to day operations of 8 nursing staff of 2 levels (CMA and RN) to assure quality of care and optimal customer service Develops short and long-range plans for Prenatal clinical program related to clinic flow, staffing, nursing triage, developmental surveillance and employee performance, etc. Implementing changes as needed gaining employee support for success Plans and evaluates services/procedures as they relate to program utilization Delegate responsibility to appropriate Nursing staff to maintain follow-up and operations of clinic program Work with clinic Physician and Program Manager to establish protocols for clinic services Provide annual and as needed employee evaluation, counseling, and support Ensure training and licensure of nursing staff Work as part of a team to meet clinic, division and agency goals Participate in agency activities related to emergency preparedness, including disease outbreaks and inclement weather situations and sheltering Provide nursing support to clinic providers as needed NOTE: If you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours. About Our Team Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is the consolidation of programs and services that include social services, public health, job search assistance, child support, and transportation. Our mission, in partnership with the community, is to facilitate full access to high quality and effective health and human services for Wake County residents. In addition to our numerous standard programs, Wake County Health and Human Services (WCHHS) is engaged in a number of special initiatives that are impacting services and programs throughout our entire agency. Whether legislated down from the changing regulations on the Federal or State level or bubbling up from the entrepreneurial spirit of our staff, you can always look forward to Wake County Health and Human Services implementing new and exciting enhancements to our services and programs. The Basics (Required Education and Experience) Bachelor's degree in Nursing Two years of experience as a nurse North Carolina Board of Nursing Licensed Registered Nurse CPR AED Equivalent education and experience are accepted Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Supervisory / Management experience within a OB/GYN or Women's Health Clinic Spanish language skills are preferred but not required How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Provide excellent customer service to diverse staff and clients. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to engage others in discussions and problem-solving. Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to make decisions, collect and analyze data. High degree of integrity and judgment Ability to lead others in obtaining goals and objectives Resource management Coaching and mentoring Building trust Delegation Building Work Relationships Analytical thinking Safety and health compliance Teamwork Accountability and Adaptability Attention to detail Objectivity Continuous quality improvement Values diversity About This Position Location: Human Services Center Sunnybrook Raleigh, NC 27610 Employment Type: Regular Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:15a-5:15p w/ an expectation to work one even clinic per week until 7:15p to make 40 hrs Hiring Range: $31.16-$42.06 Market Range: 31.16 - 52.97 Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume. Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 5/12/2024 What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package. Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.