Public Health Nurse Specialist

Supports the state-wide Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review (PAMR) system: PAMR is an advanced surveillance program which identifies and reviews pregnancy-associated deaths with the goal of developing interventions to reduce maternal mortality, particularly for pregnancy-related deaths; Provides medical/clinical technical assistance, nursing consultation and direction on the various aspects of planning, organizing and implementing Pregnancy Associated Mortality Review; Coordinates record requests of cases (e.g., medical, social service, law enforcement) per O.R.C.3701.14; screens case files for completeness and prepares case files for data abstraction; Conducts medical/clinical data abstraction and preparation of case summaries of clinical data for all pregnancy-associated deaths in Ohio; Participates in PAMR case review meetings by serving as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and documenting discussion and committee decisions; Abstract case information into the PAMR database: oversee the case data and ensuring information is accurate; Participates in the development, monitoring and evaluation of strategic plan for PAMR activities.

Assists in responses to internal and external requests for program information (data, presentations, etc.) from students, local health departments, other state PAMR programs, CDC, professional organizations, and other local, state and national entities; Develops reports of PAMR activities, recommendations and quality improvement materials; Assists in the dissemination of program materials to internal & external stakeholders (e.g., data, reports, summaries of activities; Collaborates with national and local nursing organizations and government offices to assist in the further development of the PAMR project.

Maintains on-going communication with the Centers for Disease Control Division of Reproductive Health and CDC Foundation Maternal Mortality Review programs to receive updates on policy and procedures set forth by CDC, data for CDC national reports, information on conferences, trainings and additional funding opportunities.

Monitors PAMR issues through the review of computerized and other data, professional literature, and programmatic reports and makes program recommendations to supervisors and local health agencies; Acts as a liaison between PAMR Board and governmental, voluntary, professional and business organizations and agencies for the purpose of PAMR initiatives; As assigned, serves as a member of a disaster recovery/business resumption team, incident response team, or similar public health response team which may include the conduct of operations on a 24/7 basis at remote locations.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of the salary range 12 (step 1, currently $30.37 per hour) associated with this position.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Proficiency Instruments/Assessments may be required for this position; Applicant must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score to move on to the structured interview portion. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized this 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same classification may not re-take the same selection assessment for this 6-month period.

Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.