About This Role
This role focuses on educating families, caregivers, and Family Support staff as a nurse educator and health resource. The position supports positive maternal and child health outcomes through evidence-based education, caregiver support, and staff consultation in community-based settings. It is ideal for a nurse with an interest in health education and family support.
Responsibilities
- Provide health education related to prenatal and postpartum health, infant and child development, infant feeding, and family wellness
- Support caregivers using strengths-based and family-centered approaches to set and achieve health-related goals
- Administer evidence-based screenings, including depression screenings, as required by program standards and support referral connections
- Assist families in navigating healthcare systems and accessing community resources
- Serve as a health education liaison by helping families prepare questions and advocate for themselves with medical providers without providing clinical care
- Facilitate health-focused workshops, classes, and support groups for families and caregivers
- Provide non-clinical lactation education and support in homes, program sites, and community settings
- Participate in outreach and engagement activities related to maternal and child health education
- Support community awareness efforts promoting prevention, wellness, and family support services
- Serve as a health education resource for Family Support Specialists and program staff
- Provide consultation related to maternal and child health topics, screening tools, and educational strategies
- Support staff learning through coaching, informal training, and shared resources
- Contribute to program quality and fidelity to evidence-based home visiting and family support models
- Participate in professional and community collaborations related to maternal and child health education
- Complete documentation accurately and within required timelines using Apricot, QuickBase, and other required systems
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with agency policies regarding HIPAA and data security
- Accurately report time worked using TimeWorksPlus
- Meet program documentation and time-on-task expectations
- Participate in team meetings, supervision, and self-evaluation processes
- Complete required program trainings and approved professional development activities
- Maintain required licensure and credentials
- Support continuous quality improvement initiatives
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Hampshire
- Experience or strong interest in health education, prevention, and family support