SOS Temporary Wellness Coordinator RN
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Administrative Services - Agency 65

Location:
O'Neill Job Posting, Statewide Job Posting

Hiring Rate:
$25.05

Classification Salary Range:
$25.05 - $36.93

Job Posting:
JR2023-00001446 SOS Temporary Wellness Coordinator RN (Open)

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Job Description:
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, "Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.

We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

We are currently hiring for a SOS Temporary Wellness Coordinator RN. This position will provide additional capacity at North Central District Health Department. The Coordinator will be responsible for establishing and sustaining wellness and chronic care condition programs across the 9-county district. Work includes managing our Chronic Care Coordination program, health coaching, and off-site and in office clinics. Work will be in coordination with NCDHD Public Health Nurses and other staff as directed.

You have the passion, we have the opportunities - let's make a difference for Nebraskans

As a Wellness Coordinator RN you will:

• Develop and maintain relationships with contracted clinics through the Chronic Care Coordination program.

• Accomplish Chronic Care Coordination objectives and program needs.

• Attend trainings for Chronic Care Coordination or new programs offered by NCDHD.

• Trainings could include Health Hub, Living Well, American Heart Association, and other programs, as directed, that would provide opportunity for health coaching or chronic care management.

• Coordinate with local medical resources for referrals to develop and maintain positive relationships with patients through ongoing support.

• Participate in assessing and evaluating health care services to ensure that people are informed of available programs and amenities and assist in the utilization of those services.

• Provide health coaching and coordination through other programs offered. • Develop health related educational materials to meet the needs of district residents.

• Evaluate health trends and risk factors to determine priorities for targeted interventions.

• Coordinate worksite wellness visits throughout the NCDHD district and conduct follow-up communications with all necessary parties.

• Coordinate reporting and invoicing as needed per program. • Conduct and accomplish program objectives within budget.

• Assist the Public Health Nurse with coordinated efforts during flu vaccine season.

Position Located in O'Neill, NE at North Central District Health Department

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post high school coursework/training in: community/public health nursing care; OR experience providing community/public health nursing care services; medical systems; or case management.

• Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Nebraska.

PREFERRED:

• Previous experience in healthcare, nursing, or related field preferred.

• Personal history or experience with wellness programming desired.

OTHER:

• Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide authorized independent transportation.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of community health nursing care and the principles of disease prevention.

• Ability to communicate effectively and articulate both orally and in writing.

• Computer experience including data entry, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Ability to adapt and work with minimal supervision.

• Establish positive working relationships with co-workers, medical and public health partners and residents within the district, adjoining districts, and state.

• Capacity to organize tasks, recognize priorities and meet established deadlines.

• Ability to use sound judgment.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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