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Arapahoe County Government Nursing Manager - Immunizations Program in Aurora, Colorado

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The Nursing Manager has direct oversight of the public health Immunizations Program, including policies, procedures, operations, budget, and outcomes; supervises program staff; is responsible for the full employment cycle including employee recruitment, engagement, retention, employee relations; and championing collaboration across program-related cross-disciplin

While the full salary range for this position is $92,125.02 - $147,161.04 annually, the anticipated hiring range is $92,125.02, the anticipated hiring range is $92,125.02 - $119,643.42 annually. This position will be located at 15400 E 14th Pl, Aurora, CO 80011 Duties

Operational Oversight * Performs complex administrative services and advanced practice nursing in coordination of the Immunizations Program. * Provides direct oversight and management of Immunization Program policies and procedures, operations, budget, procedures, protocols and/or standing orders, ensuring compliance with established policies, protocols, and standards of care. * Actively participates in the development and management of the Immunization Program budget. Reviews and approves program expenditures. Secures other funding sources and cost savings through grants, contracts, memorandums of understanding, and third-party reimbursement for services. * Serves as Immunization Program leader by establishing and maintaining Program standards and culture. * Effectively performs the technical duties of a Registered Nurse as needed.

Community Health Strategy * Serves as a community health leader through establishing and maintaining community partnerships that positively affects defined metrics and outcomes. * Effectively advocates for Immunization Program-specific audience and demographics by developing policies and services to address the demographic's health needs. * Monitors and actively works with contracting agencies to work within the parameters of the associated budget and contract contract deliverables. Completes and submits required reporting and program documentation. *In an advisory capacity, collaborates and serves as a member of various community with public health agencies, community groups, and service providers to present information and/or facilitate Immunization or Outbreak Response practices. . Program Team Leadership * Directly and indirectly manage Immunization Program staff, including supervisors and all levels of employees, through coaching, training, effective communication skills, emotional intelligence, progressive discipline, and performance management. * Assure competent workforce and foster strong nursing judgement through employee development opportunities, training programs, continuing educational opportunities, delegation, special projects, and succession plannin * Build and support collaboration and communication across multi-disciplinary teams throughout the program, division, and the department and Agency Leadership. * Uses critical thinking skills to assess policies and procedures that directly impact the Community Health Nursing Division and programs. * Collaborates and coordinates activities of Community Health Nursing division programs with other divisions, programs, or initiatives within the agency.

Emergency Preparedness and Response * Responds, as required, to support public health emergencies, incidents, and events. Employee participates in all exercises and drills on emergency preparedness and response, as required. Completes trainings identified as appropriate for this level employee and initiates corrective actions and responses pursuant to Federal, State, and Local laws, statutes, and regulations.

Skills, Abilities and Competencies: * Requires a well-developed knowledge of the principles, techniques, practices, and procedures related to nursing services. * Requires a well-developed knowledge of the types of vaccines available, vaccine schedules, safety, storage and han ling and familiarity with VFC/317 requirements. Ensures adherence to all VFC and 317 guidelines * Ability to develop and maintain Standing Orders and guides, oversees staff training and competency with new guidance.* Ability to develop strategies to meet contracting agency deliverables and monitors and analyzes immunization data to identify trends, report outcomes, and implement improvements. * Ability to communicate effectively, including delivering hard messages sensitively and compassionately. * Clearly and comfortably delegates both routine and important tasks and decisions. * Ability to inspire and motivate entire units and organizations. * Must be a role model for teamwork and dependability. Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from a school accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission or the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

At least 5 years of nursing experience

At least 3 years of supervisory/management/leadership experience

Professional Qualifications: Licensed to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the State of Colorado or a Compact State. BLS and CPR certification.

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