ECS Program Nurse

General Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development, supervision, coordination, and implementation of the Head Start program in designated area as required by the Head Start Performance Standards and state and federal mandates.
• Ensure quality program service delivery.
• Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Specific Duties:

• Work closely with the EHS/HS Directors and management team in meeting program and overall departmental monthly, quarterly, annual goals and objectives and ensuring all areas of service are in compliance and continually improving.
• Collect, review, and analyze data to inform the program for effective program monitoring, assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for data entry and monitoring of component information/oversight of data entry of for all allergy and concerns forms, medical records pertaining to food allergies and special diets, and provide resources as needed to families and staff.
• Support the development and monitoring of health and nutrition plans.
• Provide support in the classrooms for children with medical/health concerns or needs.
• Work collaboratively with the Early Intervention coordinators to ensure health, wellbeing, and safety of children.
• Create and foster relationships with local health providers within the communities served.
• Perform medical procedures as needed.
• Work collaboratively with team to plan and deliver in-service training.
• Identifies individual or program systems barriers which impede health services to children and families and facilitates resolutions.
• Develop and facilitate all Health Service Advisory Councils in service areas as required by funding source.
• Responsible for ensuring all required program documentation is reviewed for accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Supervise ECS Health Assistant
• Provide support to all ECS staff as requested and needed.
• Facilitate a comprehensive orientation for new staff.
• Accurately complete required program documentation and record keeping in a neat and timely manner.
• Update on a regular basis specific position how-to’s and timeline.
• Responsible for being a positive, innovative, and supportive team player and promoting a healthy work environment.
• Addresses complaints and resolves problems as they arise.
• Recruit families and promote agency programs within the community.
• Participate in personal and professional development activities, including staff meetings, conferences, training opportunities, as identified and approved by supervisors.
• Attend community events and meetings to support the agency programs, including evening and weekend events/meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) required.
• RN (Registered Nurse) preferred.
• Mental Health experience a plus. 
• Prenatal and Birth to five experience preferred. 
• Early Head Start/Head Start experience a plus.
• Must complete 15 hours of annual training in addition to CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training.
• Family Service Credential within 18 months of hire or first available session thereafter.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated ability as a strength-based leader.
• Demonstrated ability to present information to community groups.
• Infant/toddler and preschool experiences preferred.
• Knowledge of the Head Start Performance Standards, Great Start Readiness Program Implementation Manual, and State Licensing Regulations preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Possess a solid knowledge base with respect to child development and family services and seek to expand knowledge at every opportunity. 
• Complete additional training as required.
• Exhibit initiative, flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cooperatively as a team leader and a team member. 
• Maintain confidentiality and code of ethics at all times.
• Must have Proficient Computer Skills. (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet)
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, and MMCAA’s “Insurance Carriers” driving record review.
• Successfully complete required background checks at time of hire and when requested. 
• Shall provide a written report by a physician stating their physical capability and freedom from communicable tuberculosis. 
• Must have good communication and organizational skills and be able to work effectively with people.
• Must be self-directed and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. 
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and complete tasks to deliver desired outcomes within allocated time frames.
• Must be willing to accept new challenges.
• Ability to navigate and effectively resolve conflict.
• Must comply with Agency tobacco free and drug free policies.
• Understand the importance of daily work attendance, and its impact on coworkers, clients, and the agency.
• The job duties may require a working cell phone for accessibility to supervisors, clients, or co-workers or to enhance personal safety while away from the office location. The agency will provide a cell phone if needed.