Mission-To improve the health status of Nebraska’s rural citizens by connecting families with physicians, dentists, optometrists, Health and Human Services, and other community organizations.

The Public Health Outreach Nursing program is contracted with Nebraska Health and Human Services System to provide community outreach and education to Medicaid and Kids Connection eligible families.  The Public Health Outreach Nurse program has public health nurses available statewide to assist healthcare providers with the following issues and concerns for Medicaid and eligible Kids Connection patients.

• Missed or late appointments.

• Failure to present current Medicaid or Kids Connection card at appointments.

• Failure to comply or follow up with recommended medical, dental, or vision care.

• Inappropriate use of the emergency
  room.

• Transportation barriers.

• Lack of healthcare coverage.

The Public Health Outreach Nurse will assist eligible or potentially eligible Medicaid or Kids Connection individuals by:

• Helping to find medical, dental, or vision homes.

• Assisting with the application process.

• Providing education on accessing appropriate levels of medical care.

• Identifying barriers, such as transportation and language, that prevent the family from obtaining healthcare services, and

• Offering information on community resources and assisting with referrals as needed.