Job Opening: Immunization/VFC Nursing Supervisor
Department: Bureau of Personal Health
Posting Date: August 3, 2022
Work Schedule: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, extended hours as needed
Salary: $85,000
The purpose of this position is to provide resources for Maternal-Child Health (MCH) issues in the County of Delaware. This will be accomplished by care and education to target populations, as well as actively be involved with program development to meet present and future health needs of community involving Maternal-Child Health.
Staff supervision and oversight including assigning, reviewing, evaluating and monitoring productivity of the work of the MCH Staff
Day-to-day supervision, monitoring staff productivity, ensuring appropriate staffing levels at all times, hiring and training new staff, performance planning and assessment, planning and convening staff meetings.
Providing clinical expertise and guidance to ensure quality Maternal Child Health services are delivered
Working with Personal Health Administrator on program planning, policy development, and budget planning.
Serves as a lead program administrator for multiple required and suggested activities as defined in the workplan for the CDC-funded Immunizations and Vaccines for Children grant.
Implement vaccine management and accountability policies as defined through the annual program grant.
Implements policy and plan for routine use of 317-funded vaccine only for individuals who are not fully insured with respect to vaccine. Plan must adhere to guidance set forth in "Use of Vaccine Purchased with 317 Funds."
Maintains an inventory of provider education for CDC compliance. Ensures that all staff in the program keep this inventory current. Uses this inventory to plan for and implement future education efforts for the program.
Designs and establishes quality assurance protocols to increase Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program efficiency.
Bachelor’s degree required (BSN), Master’s degree preferred from an accredited college or university in Nursing (MSN)
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN), issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
Current CPR / First Aid certification
Knowledgeable in all areas of maternal child health and Vaccines for Children
Knowledgeable in the principles of public health nursing
Excellent inter-personal, written and oral communication skills
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Knowledge of basic computer programs
Ability to collaborate with other organizations throughout the County
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Broad knowledge of general medical, adolescent, and pediatric diseases and conditions
Pediatric experience a plus
Ability to maintain confidential information and handle confidential matters
Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability preferred.
A valid driver’s license is required
To apply, please fill out our online application form.