Pee Dee MCH Program Manager - 61008010 (Chesterfield County)

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Under the general supervision of the Central Office Child Nurse Consultant, is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the Maternal Child Health's Children and Perinatal Services (MCH/CHPS) while supervising and managing the MCH/CHPS Pee Dee Regional Program and the Employee Health (EH) Nurse to ensure all MCH and EH services are implemented and evaluated within a large multi-county public health region. Provides leadership, oversight and direction through collaboration/coordination and/or consultation within the health regions and the community.

Management and Supervision: Children's Health Services Ensures compliance with agency laws, policies, and management standards while maintaining regular staff communication and an up-to-date succession plan. Guides employees in developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills, implementing proactive and innovative solutions as needed. Oversees performance management and supports effective recruitment, selection, and retention to maintain appropriate MCH staffing across the region.

Program Coordination for Employee Health and Safety Coordinates the Employee Health Program to ensure all services—including new-hire assessments, exposure evaluations and root cause analyses, immunizations, fit testing, TB testing, seasonal influenza activities, injury and workers’ compensation processes, quality assurance, and required reporting—are delivered at a high standard. Provides direct services as needed to support and back-up site-based staff.

Continuous Quality Improvement Assesses and evaluates the quality of MCH-CHPS services across the service area using standard data resources and ensures program activities meet high standards for improving population health. Coordinates with service area and central office staff to support grant implementation, policy compliance, and achievement of MCH plan objectives while implementing and communicating agency policies. Maintains effective communication with staff and community partners, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and monitors performance improvement and best practice implementation to enhance patient outcomes. Produces and communicates reports to leadership and collaborates on corrective action plans when indicated.

Staff Development Identifies continuing education needs for self and staff, coordinating training to ensure competencies align with program and discipline requirements while maintaining current evidence-based practices and resources across all MCH staff. Actively participates in professional organizations. Provides electronic health record or other training as needed and serves as a role model to support clinical excellence and ongoing professional development.

Participates in assigned committees and/or sub-committees within the MCH Bureau and assigned DPH service area Participates in assigned MCH Bureau and DPH service area committees to support program coordination and service delivery. Assists in improving patient care and connecting clients with appropriate internal and external resources. Collaborates with partner programs across and beyond the agency to enhance services for the MCH population.

Other Duties as Assigned, including Public Health Preparedness and Response Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned, including required travel if requested, and responds as directed during emergencies which may occur outside normal work hours, and travel if requested.

Maintains supportive nursing practice competencies to include, but not limited to, First Aid, CPR, and AED. Completes other activities assigned by MCH Bureau Director or Section Director. Maintains licensure and/or certification required for position or for employee's professional credentials. State Minimum Requirements: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and related nursing experience. Licensure as a registered nurse by the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina. Some positions require certification as a generalist in a related specialty area by the American Nurses Association (ANA). Some positions require Basic Life Support Certification. Some positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license.

Agency Minimum Requirements: BSN (preferred) or other nursing degree (ADN, Diploma) leading to licensure as a registered nurse. At least three (3) years nursing experience, two (2) of which must have been in Public Health Nursing or Community-based nursing or academia. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in good standing with the State Board of Nursing for South Carolina or a compact state. Must hold an active South Carolina nursing license in good standing, or a valid multistate license in good standing from a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) participating state (this allows them to be hired, start working, and have 60 days to change over to SC license by endorsement by BON. Exception is for military status and/or spouse). Must have a satisfactory driving record, and use of a personal vehicle.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. At least two (2) or more years experience in nursing consultation, supervision, or administration. Certification(s) in pediatric or primary health care.

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster. DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay. HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.