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nLeague

Public Health Nursing Consultant

Nashville, TN · On-site

TN DOH Duration: 12+ Months The Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) Surveillance Program within the ... Maintain ongoing education on developments in patient care, data management, birth defects, healthy ...

nLeague

Public Health Nursing Consultant

Nashville, TN · On-site

Maintain ongoing education on developments in patient care, data management, birth defects, healthy ... Abstinence Syndrome, and/or Maternal/Child Health required Additional Information * This position ...

STI

Communication Specialist

Nashville, TN · On-site

$51K - $68K/yr

... Education and Support (TCAPES), and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) Surveillance programs. This role will lead content creation and community engagement initiatives and drive impactful ...

The Manor

Family Therapist

Slinger, WI

$52K - $68K/yr

Participate in Wisconsin state-required and internal continuing education. * Other tasks as ... Willingness to understand and speak in a positive light about abstinence-based recovery programs ...

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How much do abstinence educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for abstinence educator in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an abstinence educator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Abstinence Educator, you typically need a background in education, health sciences, or counseling, often supported by relevant teaching certifications or experience in youth programs. Familiarity with curriculum development tools, presentation software, and data tracking systems is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to communicate effectively with adolescents and diverse communities are crucial. These skills are important to ensure that abstinence education is delivered accurately, engagingly, and respectfully, fostering positive decision-making among youth.

What are some common challenges abstinence educators face when engaging with diverse student populations?

Abstinence Educators often encounter challenges when communicating with students from varied cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, as attitudes toward sexuality and abstinence can differ widely. Building trust and creating an open, nonjudgmental environment is key to ensuring students feel comfortable participating. Additionally, Abstinence Educators must balance delivering curriculum requirements with addressing students’ real-life questions and concerns, often collaborating closely with school counselors and health professionals to provide comprehensive support.

What is an abstinence educator?

Abstinence Educators are professionals who teach individuals, often students or youth, about the benefits of refraining from sexual activity until marriage or a committed relationship. They design and deliver educational programs that focus on promoting abstinence as a healthy choice, while sometimes also covering topics like healthy relationships, self-esteem, and decision-making skills. Abstinence Educators may work in schools, community organizations, or public health settings and often collaborate with parents, teachers, and health professionals. Their goal is to reduce rates of teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections by encouraging young people to delay sexual activity.

What is the difference between Abstinence Educator vs Youth Counselor?

AspectAbstinence EducatorYouth Counselor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; certifications in health education or counseling often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles require counseling certifications or degrees in social work or psychology
Work EnvironmentSchools, community centers, health clinicsSchools, juvenile detention centers, community organizations
Employer & IndustryEducational and health organizations focusing on sexual healthSocial service agencies, schools, youth programs
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on sexual health education and preventionAddresses broader emotional, behavioral, and social support for youth

While both roles work with youth, Abstinence Educators primarily focus on promoting sexual health and abstinence education, whereas Youth Counselors provide comprehensive support for emotional and behavioral development. The roles often overlap in settings like schools and community programs, but their core responsibilities and certifications differ.

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Public Health Nursing Consultant

nLeague

Nashville, TN • On-site

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Job Id: 65711

Public Health Nursing Consultant 1

Location: Hybrid, 7th Floor Andrew Johnson Tower   Nashville,  Tennessee    37243-0000

Client: TN DOH

Duration: 12+ Months

Job Description:

The Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) Surveillance Program within the Family Health and Wellness Division at the Tennessee Department of Health is seeking a contract Public Health Nurse Consultant 1. This is a fulltime hybrid position that includes remote work and required in-office days (1–2 times per month) at the Central Office in Nashville, TN. Travel to Nashville is non-reimbursable. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday 8AM to 4:30PM, 37.5 hours per week.

The Public Health Nursing Consultant 1 will serve as a subject matter expert on Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome and will focus mainly on reviewing and abstracting medical records. 

Job duties will include: 

  • Maintain status of all infant medical record requests in REDCap
  • Request, review, and collate infant and maternal medical records from facilities using a developed algorithm
  • Review and abstract assigned electronic medical records
  • Conduct case verification on all records received on NAS diagnoses using medical records
  • Perform data entry into REDCap for abstracted medical records
  • Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times
  • Submit service referrals to appropriate social services, when indicated
  • Work closely with the NAS Surveillance Team to identify issues and ensure data processes are complete and accurate
  • Maintain partnerships with medical records office staff and provide feedback as it relates to process improvements
  • Work independently, responsibly, and efficiently; problem-solving and communicating when needs are present
  • Complete abstraction assignments on time with minimal supervision
  • Attend weekly meetings with the TNBDSS team 
  • Maintain ongoing education on developments in patient care, data management, birth defects, healthy pregnancy, and health equity
  • Work closely with program epidemiologists to ensure accuracy of data collection
  • Partnering with other FHW programs within Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs (CYSHCN) on special projects and strategic planning
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
  • Education and experience requirements as part of this position classification
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, REDCap, and SharePoint preferred
  • Medical record abstraction experience preferred
  • Clinical experience in Neonatology/NICU required and knowledge/clinical experience with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome preferred
  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 
  • This position is supervised by the Public Health Nursing Consultant Manager.  This position does provide the opportunity to work from home and will require a minimum in-person commitment of at least two (2) days in the Nashville, TN Central Office location.  
  • Applicants must be Tennessee residents.
  • DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Reliable and able to work independently
  • Good timemanagement and organization
  • Clear communication skills
  • Team-player
  • Comfortable using electronic medical records and data systems
  • Maintains confidentiality and professionalism
  • Critical thinker who follows guidelines accurately
  • Adaptable and open to learning
  • Collaborative and receptive to feedback
  • Dependable with meeting deadlines and attending required meetings