Public Health Nurse/NFP

Public Health Nurse/ Nurse Family Partnership Nurse Home Visitor

Job Title: Public Health Nurse/ Nurse Family Partnership Nurse Home Visitor

Department: Public Health

Location: Montezuma County Health Department

Employment Type: Part-Time

Reports To: Public Health Director

Summary This role ensures delivery of essential public health services in a professional and collaborative way, supporting the health and well-being of individuals, families, and the wider community. The position primarily provides Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) home visiting services, along with other nursing and public health duties as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts NFP nurse home visits following program guidelines.
• Attends required NFP training and meetings.
• Provides referrals to community resources.
• Delivers immunization services and participates in communicable disease reporting/investigation when required.
• May supervise paraprofessional staff.
• Maintains emergency preparedness certifications.
• Ensures consistent, reliable attendance.

Core Competencies Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, customer service, confidentiality, effective communication, delegation, cultural sensitivity, adaptability, professionalism, and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).
• Ability to read procedural documents, write reports, and speak effectively in group settings.
• Basic math skills for budgeting/program calculations.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, internet, program management, and database software.
• Current Colorado RN license, liability insurance, and Colorado driver's license.

Work Environment & Physical Demands Occasional exposure to outdoor conditions. Requires regular sitting; occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and hearing. Must be able to lift or move up to 25 pounds and possess a range of vision capabilities.