Job Opening: Maternal and Child Health Nurse Supervisor
Department: DCHD, Personal Health Services
Posting Date: July 2, 2025
Salary: $83,358.00 Annually / $45.80 Hourly
The purpose of this position is to provide resources for Maternal-Child Health (MCH) and immunizations issues in the County of Delaware. This will be accomplished by care and education to target populations, as well as actively be involved with program development to meet present and future health needs of community involving Maternal-Child Health.
Staff supervision and oversight including assigning, reviewing, evaluating and monitoring productivity of the work of the MCH Staff.
Day-to-day supervision, monitoring staff productivity, ensuring appropriate staffing levels at all times, hiring and training new staff, performance planning and assessment, planning and convening staff meetings.
Providing clinical expertise and guidance to ensure quality Maternal Child Health services are delivered.
Working with Personal Health Administrator on program planning, policy development, and budget planning.
Serves as a lead program administrator for multiple required and suggested activities as defined in the workplan for the DCHD-funded Immunizations and Vaccines for Children grant.
Implement vaccine management and accountability policies as defined through the annual program grant.
Implements policy and plan for routine use of 317-funded vaccine only for individuals who are not fully insured with respect to vaccine. Plan must adhere to guidance set forth in "Use of Vaccine Purchased with 317 Funds".
Maintains an inventory of provider education for CDC compliance. Ensures that all staff in the program keep this inventory current. Uses this inventory to plan for and implement future education efforts for the program.
Designs and establishes quality assurance protocols to increase Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program efficiency.
Manages the Title V Block grant by ensuring that deliverables are met by the end of each reporting year.
Oversees VFC providers compliance reviews and IQIP program and serves as back-up to IQIP specialist.
Perform other duties, tasks, and special projects, as required.
Answer after-hours call according to protocol.
Occasional evening and weekend hours required for special events.
Bachelor’s degree required (BSN), Master’s degree preferred from an accredited college or university in Nursing (MSN).
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN), issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Current CPR / First Aid certification.
Knowledgeable in all areas of maternal child health and Vaccines for Children.
Knowledgeable in the principles of public health nursing.
Excellent inter-personal, written and oral communication skills.
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of basic computer programs.
Ability to collaborate with other organizations throughout the County.
Broad knowledge of general medical, adolescent, and pediatric diseases and conditions.
Pediatric experience a plus.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability preferred.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.
Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide range of persons.
Ability to maintain and handle confidential information.
Ability to follow protocol, procedures, and established guidelines.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances and needs.
A strong work ethic and ability to manage a demanding and changing workload.
Strong relationship-building skills.
* The selected candidate will be required to obtain, at their own expense, 3 forms of clearance, including PA State Police Criminal History Record Check; PA Child Abuse History; and FBI Criminal History Background Check including finger printing prior to employment.
** Delaware County Health Department requires all employees be up to date for their COVID-19 vaccination per CDC guidelines. Proof of vaccination must be submitted before a candidate's start date if hired.
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