Administrative and consultative work involving the implementation and oversight of clinical nursing practices for the Department of Health. An incumbent provides Central Office liaison with District Directors concerning professional development and quality control of nursing practices. Duties also involve coordination of Department-wide program activities.
Supervision is exercised over professional and clerical staff.
Duties are performed under the direction of the Local Health Division Director. Provides consultation, direction and oversight regarding the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinical nursing practices and standards for Public Health nursing programs. Formulates and disseminates policies and procedures to ensure quality control of local office nursing practices. Provides technical assistance to local office staff and supervisors to ensure that professional nursing practice standards are maintained. Participates in hiring Public Health Nursing Supervisors and consults with District Directors on performance evaluations.