Job Posting Title
NBS Nurse ConsultantAgency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHSupervisory Organization
340 Screening & Special ServicesJob Posting End Date
Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full timeJob Type
RegularCompensation
The salary for this position is up to $68,065.80 based on education and experience.RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!
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Job Description
Location: Oklahoma City - 123 Robert S Kerr Avenue
Salary: up to $68,065.80, based on education and experience
Full Time /Part Time: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
Primary Hours: 8-5
Position Summary
This position will provide case management to all infants and families across Oklahoma for children with an out-of-range newborn screen result.
Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Coordinate daily case management for newborns screened for 54+ metabolic disorders through the Newborn Screening Program (NBS), a statuary program for all newborns statewide.
Independently plan, organize, and complete complex assignments and tailor detailed care plans applicable to the individualized nature of each condition for infants that are at high risk for rapid status change, cognitive delay and death secondary to an abnormal screen.
Manage case files and track testing results for all abnormal screenings, including unsatisfactory screens.
Consult with hospitals and health care providers to ensure appropriate follow-up treatments are scheduled and received.
Mentor health care providers and families of newborns with abnormal screenings to ensure that appropriate teaching and education is provided to parents regarding results.
Provide technical direction and supervise follow through of instructions with subordinate and apprentice staff with the NBS.
Provide technical support for physicians and other medical professionals related to newborn metabolic screening.
Adhere to time critical schedules and provide specialized knowledge related to disease process.
Coordinate with follow up specialists and nurses to ensure appropriate follow up for newborns having abnormal screenings.
Lead/facilitate specialty workgroup meetings as assigned.
Provide NBS education to stakeholders and at community events as needed.
Being present in the office is an essential function of the job.
Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and 2 years of experience as a registered nurse. A bachelor’s degree in nursing and/ or experience in Newborn Screening, Neonatal/Pediatric Nursing, and/or case management is preferred.
Valued Knowledge, skills and abilities
This position requires specialized knowledge of the newborn screening process, diseases, and complex medical interventions. Ability is required to identify conditions, signs and symptoms, diagnostic testing, treatment, and potential outcomes. Effective leadership and communication skills are essential.
Must have excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as attention to detail.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
This position is set in an office environment as well as in offsite office environments which require travel across the state. While performing the duties of the job, employees are frequently required to drive, stand, walk, lift, and reach. Being present in the office is an essential function of the job.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.
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