At Wellness Pointe, everyone will receive an exceptional quality of care. The center has expanded into a multifaceted clinic that offers obstetrics, pediatrics, general medicine, family planning, and dentistry. Some of the other services offered by our well qualified staff include education, intervention, and management of the many social issues that impact our community. Everyone is treated in complete confidence. Medicaid, Medicare, and most private health insurance is accepted.

Nurse-Family Partnership nurse home visitor is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing services to women and their families eligible for the Nurse-Family Partnership Program. The nurse home visitor is responsible for maintaining the highest standards in clinical nursing practice and adherence to the Nurse-Family Partnership model, policies, procedures, Visit-to-Visit Guidelines, and standards of Nurse-Family Partnership and of the lead agency. The nurse home visitor reports to the Nurse-Family Partnership nurse supervisor.

• Provides home visits to women and their families eligible for the Nurse-Family Partnership Program.
• Adheres to nursing process and the Nurse-Family Partnership model of home visitation.
• Carries a case load of 25 clients.
• Supports Nurse-Family Partnership policies, procedures, Visit-to-Visit Guidelines, and standards of Nurse-Family Partnership and the lead agency.
• As requested or required, participates in community coalition in support of Nurse-Family Partnership.
• As requested or required, promotes public awareness of Nurse-Family Partnership.
• Develops and maintains community relationships to support client referrals.
• Completes all required Nurse-Family Partnership Initial Education.
• Attends and participates in dyadic assessment training.
• Develops therapeutic relationships, utilizes concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment.
• Performs home visiting in accordance with the Nurse-Family Partnership model and Visit-to-Visit Guidelines.
• Follows nursing process in implementing Nurse-Family Partnership into nursing practice.
• Assesses physical, emotional, social, and environmental strengths and risks of women and their families as they relate to the Nurse-Family Partnership domains.
• Assists women and their families in establishing goals and outcomes.
• Provides education, support, and referral resources in assisting women and their families in attaining their targeted goals. Consults and collaborates with other professionals involved in providing services to women and families.
• Formulates nursing diagnosis based on nursing assessment and client goals.
• Evaluates client progress toward stated goals and Nurse-Family Partnership outcomes. Plans home visits in accordance with client goals and Nurse-Family Partnership outcomes
• Actively engages in professional development to meet all Nurse-Family Partnership nurse home visitor competency requirements.
• Meet with Nurse-Family Partnership nurse supervisor weekly for clinical supervision. Utilize reflective practice in supervisory sessions.
• Schedule joint home visits with Nurse-Family Partnership nurse supervisor every four months.
• Attend and participate in bi-weekly case conferences.
• Attend and participate in bi-weekly team meetings.
• Provide information to support staff for timely and accurate data input to the Nurse-Family Partnership data system (ETO).
• Participate in review and analysis of ETO reports for achievements and areas for improvement.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Perform related duties as assigned or required.

• BSN or Current RN license (in good standing)
• Current CPR required
• Two years recent experience in maternal/child health, public health, home visiting, or mental/behavioral nursing preferred
• Home visiting experience preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends (per agency requirements)
• Able to travel by air to Denver, CO for all face-to-face education session
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Must be able to adhere to all client related policies and procedures including confidentiality.
• Requires a valid Texas Driver's License, appropriate driving record and auto liability insurance that meets the minimum required by State of Texas statute.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to be task-oriented
• Good (functional) oral and written communication skills, including good reading skills
• Ability to adhere to schedules and specific timetables
• Demonstrated emotional maturity and sensitivity to the needs and interests of the targeted community
• Aptitude to complete paperwork and reports
• Excellent inter-personal skills, to include intangible qualities (e.g., friendliness, openness, non-judgmental attitude, enthusiasm, etc.)
• Ability to serve as a role model (positive attitude, professional dress, demeanor and behavior)
• Excellent documentation skills, attention to detail, and coordination of activities.
• Able to schedule work activities according to priority.
• Energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image.
• The ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.

Wellness Pointe is an Equal Opportunity, 'Veteran Friendly' Employer.