Child Health Nurse Consultant (Nurse Supervisor)-61008860

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision from the Children’s Health and Perinatal Services (CHPS) Section Director, the Child Health Nurse Consultant directly supervises four Maternal Child Health (MCH) Program Managers and provides indirect supervision for 30 staff statewide. The Child Health Nurse Consultant provides expert direction to, and facilitates policy development for, programs and activities such as Postpartum Newborn Home Visiting (PPNBHV), Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP), and other MCH focused programs. PPNBHV work includes policy development and implementation, nursing care audits, development of hospital Memoranda of Agreement (MOA) for PPNBHV referrals, and provision of annual training for PPNBHV staff.

Ensures compliance with state/federal laws, nursing regulations, and agency policies. Uses the Employee Performance Management System to mentor staff and build competencies. Holds regular staff meetings, maintains a succession plan, and develops staff critical thinking and problem solving skills. Promotes continuous quality improvement.

Provides nursing consultation for CHPS programs (PPNBHV, CLPPP, Perinatal HIV/Congenital Syphilis, and other Children’s Health services). Develops policies and procedures for provision of nursing care and maintains current evidence based knowledge. Identifies continuing education needs for self and staff. Establishes standards of practice, develops competency and outcome evaluation tools, and leads staff training. Conducts site visits and record audits; compiles and monitors program reports. Directs the PPNBHV Program, organizes the annual PPNBHV course (including Continuing Education Units; CEU planning), monitors staff productivity, provides technical assistance, and collaborates with Patient Billing on reimbursement issues.

Directly supervises four MCH Program Managers, convenes monthly meetings, guides their work, and supports professional development. Assists with personnel and performance issues and tracks progress on quality improvement initiatives.

Works with internal partners (Office of Nursing, CHPS programs, Electronic Health Record team, Safe Sleep Coalition) and external partners (Home Visiting Consortium, Birth Outcomes Initiative). Oversees development and renewals of Memoranda of Agreement with birthing hospitals for PPNBHV referrals.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Comments

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Full Time Employees (FTE) positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Full Time Employees (FTE); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.