Public Health Nurse – Nurse Family Partnership – PT – $2500 Sign On Bonus!

Hiring Range: $36,000-$46,200 & $2500 Sign-On Bonus! (This is a part-time (24 hours per week) salaried position).

This is a great position for new graduates who would like to further your training and certifications or seasoned nurses who are tired of the crazy schedule and stress that comes along with many nursing positions. Our nurses have the ability to develop and foster long-term, therapeutic relationships with clients while having autonomy and full-control over their schedule, including some remote work and without the need to work weekends, evenings or holidays. 

The Nurse Family Partnership (NFP) Nurse Home Visitor is responsible for providing or assuring comprehensive nursing services to women and their families eligible for the program.  The Nurse Home Visitor must maintain the highest standards in clinical nursing practice and adhere to the NFP model and to policies, procedures, guidelines and standards of the NFP program and of Eagle County Public Health and Environment. 

Schedule: The schedule will be flexible and can be based on the applicant’s preferred schedule. 24 hours per week, generally between Mon-Fri. Some remote work may be available, however position is expected to travel to client’s homes throughout Eagle County and will be required to work in the Eagle office weekly. 

Development Opportunities available! This is a great position for new graduates or seasoned nurses looking to transition their career into government public health. There are many opportunities to further your training and certifications with the ability to become a certified lactation counselor, additional training in Maternal and Child Health, CPR certification, renewing your nursing license and other certifications or training.  

Expectations for Everyone at Eagle County Public Health and Environment

• Creating health equity, which means everyone can attain their highest level of health, is a guiding principle of Eagle County Public Health and Environment (ECPHE). All positions within the agency are expected to work toward achieving equity in Eagle County.
• Eagle County Public Health and Environment is committed to the diversity of its staff, as well as providing culturally responsive programs and services that help to reduce inequities in Eagle County. As such, we welcome and encourage applicants from all diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply for positions within the agency.
• Eagle County aspires to conduct its work in accordance with its core values:  
  • Creativity – Anticipating challenges and opportunities and taking innovative action
  • Respect – Accepting diversity and our individual differences makes us stronger together
  • Engagement – Inclusion of staff and community will yield greater success
  • Accountability – Taking responsibility to one’s decisions and actions
  • Team – Thinking beyond individual departments and working collectively as a County
  • Excellence – Going the extra mile to produce the best service to our community
  • Service – Striving to exceed the community’s expectations

Essential Functions:

• Provides home visits and telehealth visits to women and their families eligible for the NFP Program.  Adheres to the nursing process and the NFP model of home visitation.  Carries a caseload of 19-27 clients, depending on FTE.  
• Develops therapeutic relationships and utilizes concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment.  Follows the nursing process in implementing NFP into nursing practice.  
• Performs home visiting in accordance with the NFP model Elements and NFP Visit-to-Visit guidelines.  Assesses physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to the NFP domains.  
• Provides education, support and referral resources in assisting women and their families in attaining their targeted goals.  Plans home visits in accordance with client goals and NFP outcomes. 
• Consults and collaborates with other professionals involved in providing services to women and families.  Works collaboratively with parents to arrange any needed medical, dental, or nutritional examinations and immunizations.  
• Completes all required NFP education.  Actively engages in professional development to meet all NFP Nurse Home Visitor competency requirements.   
• Meets with NFP Supervisor for weekly reflective supervision.  Attends and participates in weekly team meetings and case conferences.  Schedules joint home visits with NFP Supervisor every 4 months.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.  
• Documents appropriately, accurately, and timely.  Provides information to support staff for timely and accurate data input to the NFP performance management system.  
• Promotes public awareness of the NFP program.  Develops and maintains community relationships to support client referrals.    
• Uses a health equity and trauma-informed lens in all work.  Acts as a public health role model to exemplify the principles of social justice, increase cultural competence, and work to close gaps in health outcomes that impact populations disproportionately.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts. 
• Observes safety and security procedures, uses equipment and materials safely and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Serves the community by demonstrating Eagle County Government mission and core values and following relevant policies and procedures.  
• Other duties as assigned, including support of public health measures benefiting the community at large.

Job Qualifications:

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification, or Registration:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university OR Associates Degree in Nursing with the ability to pursue Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing upon hire is required. 
• Two years of recent experience in maternal/child health, public health, home visiting or mental/behavioral nursing preferred OR any combination of education, training and nursing experience to meet the needs of the position.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure to practice in the State of Colorado is required.  Nurses with compact licensure must meet all licensure requirements set forth by the Colorado Board of Nursing within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Current CPR certification is required.  
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required. 
• Proof of current COVID-19 vaccination is required. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English is required. Spanish helpful.
• Ability to express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide services to assigned caseload and complete paperwork in a timely manner. 
• Ability to stay current with basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated skill in working together with others through idea-sharing and collaboration. 
• Ability to perform basic physical and mental health assessments. 
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of complex rules, regulations, and other materials.  
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and neat records.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Modifies own behavior and work activities in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Ability to exercise sound reasoning and analytical thinking to understand and solve workplace problems.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in various weather conditions.  
• Ability to occasionally travel in-state for trainings that may require an overnight stay.

Culture & Benefits

A career with Eagle County Government impacts and enriches the lives of our community members by following our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All. With nearly 500 amazing employees, Eagle County is a progressive and values-driven organization located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. 

Outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a small town community are attracted to Eagle County for the amazing lifestyle. Although we are best known for our world-class skiing, hiking, biking, fishing and outdoor activities, it is really the people that make our valley so great!

Benefits for full-time employees: 

• Comprehensive and low cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off and medical leave 
• Paid volunteer hours
• 6% match retirement plan
• Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
• Eagle County University classes (internal trainings) 
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Bilingual Pay Incentive
• Free bus pass and more

As a certified healthy workplace our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time and daytime fitness classes/bike rides. 

Eagle County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Working in a diverse, respectful and inclusive environment is essential for our employees be successful in serving our community. We do not discriminate with regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Eagle, CO Relocation Guide (Courtesy of Town of Eagle & Eagle Chamber)

Vail Valley Relocation Guide (Courtesy of Vail Valley Partnership)