NBS Coordinator

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Newborn Screening (NBS) ASC Director, provides follow up and coordinates care for both positive and non-positive Newborn Screening cases. Provides consultation/technical assistance to hospital NBS providers and birth attendants to ensure program compliance through appropriate NBS policies/procedures and interpretation/implementation of state regulations. Provides NBS educational programs for hospitals, birth attendants, health care professionals, community agencies and parent groups. Manages NBS confirmed positive cases to ensure that affected babies receive required specialty care. Documents case follow up and resolves cases appropriately in the Screening Information System (SIS). Job incumbents may be asked to perform other NBS duties consistent with the Newborn Screening Program Scope of Work (SOW), as permitted within their professional scope of practice.

Qualifications:

Education

• Masters Degree In related field and two years clinical or NBS experience. (required) Or
• College Degree- 4 year Nursing with a current California Registered Nurse licensure (RN) and two year of pediatric, maternal/child health, neonatal, or public health experience. (required) Or
• College Degree- 4 year Licensed Health Professional with two years of clinical experience or in a state newborn screening program (required)

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse License- CA-BRN - California Board of Registered Nursing (required) Or
• Other- Other Licensed Health Professional: RD, CGC, LCSW (required)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range:

$57.29 - $81.72

Workshift:

Day (United States of America)

Position Exempt:

No

FTE %:

100

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Daily Hours:

8

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