community health nurse

City of Springfield, MA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Purpose/Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Responsible for the application of professional skills and knowledge in the performances of a wide variety of public health nursing duties in connection with communicable disease control, mass immunizations, and related programs. Work is performed under supervision in accordance with accepted procedures and practices in the field with review through reports and conferences. No supervision is exercised over other employees.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Detects health problems through inspection, observations, interviews and analysis of records.</li><li>
Interpret public health policies, programs, services and regulations.</li><li>
Attends in-service training institutes and conferences.</li><li>
Assists physicians in child health conference examinations and immunizations.</li><li>
Assists in mass immunization programs and in continuing programs for the control of communicable diseases through isolation, quarantine, and immunization.</li><li>
Obtains case histories, administers tests and prescribed medications, visits homes and sanatoria, instructs family in isolation techniques, confers with social agencies and otherwise assists in tuberculosis control program.</li><li>
Investigates cases of epidemic or reportable diseases, obtains cultures and specimens, arranges for medical and social referrals.</li><li>
Keeps and prepares reports from a variety of clinic, immunization, and related records and charts.</li><li>
Performs related work as required.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Working knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of modern public health nursing.</li><li>
Working knowledge of general nursing, medicine, and nutrition.</li><li>
Working knowledge of hygiene and health care and child growth and development.</li><li>
Working knowledge of applicable state and local public health laws and regulations.</li><li>
Working knowledge of community health care facilities and resources providing medical and related social services.</li><li>
Ability to recognize physical defects and symptoms of disease for referral to physicians.</li><li>
Ability to impart health educational promotions in clinical or other settings.</li><li>
Ability to interpret medical findings and public health laws and regulations to the general public.</li><li>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community residents, physicians, community agencies, supervisors and the general public.</li><li>
Ability to maintain pertinent medical records and charts, and prepare reports and statistical health information for evaluation.</li><li>
Skill in applying professional nursing techniques.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education and Experience</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>RN degree.</li><li>
Two years of experience as a public health nurse in a recognized agency.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p><b>NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements. </b><br>
<br>
<b>Medical/Dental/ Vision</b><br>
75% City Subsidized<br>
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision<br>
<br>
<b>Retirement</b><br>
Available to employees working 20+ hours per week<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Vacation</b><br>
Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Holidays</b><br>
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Sick Time</b><br>
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Personal Days</b><br>
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.<br>
<br>
<b>Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)</b><br>
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.<br>
<br>
<b>Training</b><br>
On the job and instructor led courses available<br>
<br>
<b>Employee Assistance Program</b><br>
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.<br>
<br>
<b>Direct Deposit</b><br>
Easy, convenient, and free!</p></div></div></div>

Community Health Nurse

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Purpose/Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>This is an administrative and professional nursing position working in the field of community public health. Work involves responsibility for planning, supervising, and coordinating the comprehensive program of community health nursing, a variety of clinical services and related health services of the municipal office of Health and Human Services. Work is performed with considerable professional independence in accordance with accepted practices in the field adapted to office policies and requirements, with review through reports and conferences to the Deputy Public Health Commissioner of Health and Human Services. Supervision is exercised over a staff of community nurses, nurse practitioners, social worker, nutritionist, lead counselor, public health aide, and other positions related to the unit.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Develops, implements, interprets, and administers office policies and procedures related to community health services.</li><li>
Plans, assigns, supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of subordinates engaged in providing, and in supervising the provision of, professional community health and nursing services in connection with Health Office activities, clinics, health research and education, and related programs.</li><li>
Maintains a continuing professional and technical review of office policies, programs and procedures, services, and activities related to community health services and clinics; recommends, implements improvements, revisions and modifications.</li><li>
Provides supervisory advice and assistance, and personally participates, in the solution of difficult, unusual, or emergent community health and nursing problems.</li><li>
Conducts staff meetings and individual conferences to interpret policy, discuss problems, coordinate services, develop programs, and receive reports.</li><li>
Interviews staff applicants, orients new employees, evaluates employee performance; plans, participates in in-service training and staff development programs.</li><li>
Prepares, or supervises the preparation of, a variety of statistical and interpretive reports based on community health services programs; prepares, justifies unit budget requests.</li><li>
Confers, cooperates with officials of schools of nursing and health care providers, and community health, social, and other community agencies to plan, promote, and interpret community health programs.</li><li>
Provides and participates in Epi-response/emergency preparedness in the city in collaboration with all local, Regional, State and National Emergency Preparedness Programs.</li><li>
Attends meetings and participates in committee work of professional community health and nursing organizations; keeps current with professional literature and developments in the field.</li><li>
Performs related work as required</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Thorough knowledge of the objectives, principles, practices and techniques of modern community health services and nursing.</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of general nursing and community health, social work, nutrition, sanitation, lead counseling and other community health clinical work.</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of community facilities and resources providing medical, health services, and related social services.</li><li>
Considerable knowledge of the objectives, principles, and procedures of modern community health services and nursing administration.</li><li>
Considerable knowledge of the incidence, cause, and control of communicable diseases and other health concerns and conditions of a large urban community.</li><li>
Considerable knowledge of maternal hygiene and care and child growth and development.</li><li>
Ability to plan, supervise, coordinate, and review a comprehensive program of community health and nursing services.</li><li>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, administrative personnel, physicians, and representatives of health, school, social, related community agencies, and the general public.</li><li>
Ability to develop, recommends, implement, and interpret community health and nursing policies and procedures.</li><li>
Ability to conduct conferences and training programs, and to express oneself clearly and concisely orally and in writing.</li><li>
Ability to interpret medical and health findings and public health laws and regulations to the general public.</li><li>
Skill in applying professional nursing techniques and community health services techniques.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education and Experience</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Three (3) to five (5) years of experience as a public health nurse.</li><li>
Three (3) years supervisory experience.</li><li>
Graduation from a recognized school of nursing.</li><li>
Graduation from a four-year college or university, including completion of an approved course in public health nursing, supplemented by advanced courses in community health services and nursing administration and supervision.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p><b>NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements. </b><br>
<br>
<b>Medical/Dental/ Vision</b><br>
75% City Subsidized<br>
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision<br>
<br>
<b>Retirement</b><br>
Available to employees working 20+ hours per week<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Vacation</b><br>
Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Holidays</b><br>
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Sick Time</b><br>
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.<br>
<br>
<b>Paid Personal Days</b><br>
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.<br>
<br>
<b>Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)</b><br>
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.<br>
<br>
<b>Training</b><br>
On the job and instructor led courses available<br>
<br>
<b>Employee Assistance Program</b><br>
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.<br>
<br>
<b>Direct Deposit</b><br>
Easy, convenient, and free!</p></div></div></div>

Community Health Nurse Supervisor

NYC Health + Hospitals

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About NYC Health + Hospitals</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p>NYC Health + Hospitals/Community Care reaches outside the walls of our hospitals and brings health care to patients where they live. With more than 600 dedicated employees, Community Care provides services including home care, community care coordination, and community-based care management to individuals managing chronic health conditions residing in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and The Bronx.</p><p>
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.</p>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Work Shifts</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p><b>9:00 A.M &ndash; 5:30 P.M</b></p><br>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Duties &amp; Responsibilities</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p><b>Purpose of Position</b>:</p><p>
Provides community-based professional nursing care to patients in group and private homes, as well as those without housing across New York City. Diagnoses and treats responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case-finding, health teaching, health counseling and the provision of care supportive to and restorative of life and well-being.</p><p><b>
Examples of Typical Tasks</b>:</p><p>
1. Provides services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill, in accordance with the plan of treatment signed by the physician and makes initial evaluation visits to clients with medical illnesses, chronic diseases, behavioral health disorders, etc.</p><p>
2. Identifies and distinguishes between physical and psycho-social signs and symptoms. Selects and performs<br>
those therapeutic measures which are essential for effective execution of the nursing regimen for assigned<br>
patients/clients.</p><p>
3. Develops, implements and continuously evaluates the nursing regimen for assigned patients/clients. May perform assessment of behavioral health needs, wound care, catheter insertion, medication teaching, diabetic care, patient/family education and counseling and aseptic technique.</p><p>
4. Completes comprehensive patient assessments and develops, prepares and maintains individualized client<br>
care progress records, including required Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) documentation.</p><p>
5. Records and maintains nursing care plans and progress notes on patients/clients to ensure continuity of care and initiates, develops and implements revisions as needed.</p><p>
6. Interprets and reports responses of patients/clients to appropriate members of the health team and makes referrals to other disciplines in collaboration with physician, client and family, as appropriate.</p><p>
7. Coordinates the total plan of care with other health team members to plan a comprehensive patient care program and initiates client care conferences, when needed.</p><p>
8. Maintains continuity of client care by liaising with other health professionals assigned to the client including reporting signs, symptoms and changes to the patient&rsquo;s condition to appropriate parties.</p><p>
9. Determines and assigns those components of the nursing regimen which may be carried out by allied nursing personnel, including home health aides and communicates plan of care changes to aides and schedulers, as needed.</p><p>
10. Provides teaching, guidance and direction to allied nursing personnel in rendering patient care. May assist with orientation of new personnel.</p><p>
11. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary conferences pertaining to policies and procedures affecting nursing practice.</p><p>
12. Participates in development and maintenance of a system of evaluation of nursing care, practices and procedures, including evaluation of nursing personnel.</p><p>
13. Interprets philosophy and objectives of agency and Nursing Department to patients/clients, families and other groups.</p><p>
14. Maintains professional competence through participation in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences, including agency provided in-service programs.</p><p>
15. Participates in internal/external quality assurance/performance improvement (QA/PI) activities, programs, and training, as required.</p><p>
16. Performs other professional nursing activities and related duties, as delegated by nursing service administration, including clinical record reviews.</p>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p>1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in<br>
New York State; and<br>
2. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)<br>
through the American Heart Association (AHA); and<br>
3. One (1) year of experience as a registered nurse; and<br>
4. Ability to travel regularly to patient/client assignments across New York City via public transportation and/or<br>
private vehicle; and<br>
5. Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.</p>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Department Preferences</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p><b>EQUIPMENT/MACHINES OPERATED:</b><br>
Smart phone<br>
Laptop Computer<br>
Desktop Computer<br>
Multifunction Copier</p><p><b>
COMPUTER PROGRAMS/SOFTWARE OPERATED</b><br>
Epic H2O Hyperspace<br>
Epic H2O Remote Client<br>
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel,<br>
PowerPoint, Visio, OneNote)</p><p><b>
KNOWLEDGEABLE IN:</b><br>
Demonstrated knowledge regarding Federal, State and local regulations and JCAHO standards for Home Care. Excellent verbal, written, organizational and analytical skills. Demonstrated competence as a registered nurse in patient assessments and critical thinking skills.</p>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p>NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week</li><li>
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans</li><li>
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts</li><li>
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees</li><li>
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities</li><li>
College Savings Program</li><li>
Union Benefits for eligible titles</li><li>
Multiple employee discounts programs</li><li>
Commuter Benefits Programs</li></ul>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How To Apply</b></h2><div><br>
<div><div>
</div><p>If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the &quot;Apply for Job&quot; button above Job ID #.<b>133286</b></p></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Community Health Nurse - Field Nurse

Southwest Community Health Center

<div>Description:<p></p><p><b><br>
SUMMARY:</b> The Nurse Triage Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring accessible, equitable healthcare for patients in a community health setting. Responsibilities include assessing patient symptoms over the phone or via electronic communication, providing timely clinical advice, and directing patients to appropriate levels of care using evidence-based protocols. The Nurse Triage Specialist helps bridge healthcare gaps for vulnerable and underserved populations, promoting preventative care and reducing unnecessary emergency room visits.
</p><p><b>SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b>: All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).</p><ul><li>
Provide telephone and electronic triage to patients of all ages
</li><li>Assess urgency of patient symptoms using standardized triage protocols and clinical judgment.</li><li>
Educate patients on self-care, medication use, chronic disease management, and when to seek in-person care.</li><li>
Coordinate same-day or next-day appointments for patient needs in collaboration with scheduling staff and clinical teams.</li><li>
Recognize and escalate emergency crises, including connecting patients with urgent in-clinic, telehealth, or emergency services.</li><li>
Serve as a resource for community health navigation, including referrals to social services, behavioral health, or public health programs.</li><li>
Maintain accurate documentation of all patient interactions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).</li><li>
Monitor patient messages, prescription refills, and overdue results within the EHR system and respond promptly.</li><li>
Participate in quality improvement activities aimed at improving access, patient experience, and clinical outcomes.</li><li>
Collaborate with healthcare providers, specialists, and other team members to coordinate patient care.</li><li>
May require flexible hours, including evenings or weekends based on patient needs.</li><li>
In-person clinical support and/or outreach participation.</li></ul>
Requirements:<p></p><p><b><br>
Qualifications</b>:
</p><ul><li>Experienced and able to function effectively and professionally within an outpatient setting providing services to a special and diverse population group.</li><li>
Strong clinical judgement and excellent communication skills.</li><li>
Familiarity with underserved populations and commitment to health equity.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.</li><li>
Proficiency with electronic health records, EPIC preferred.</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure.</li><li>
CPR / BLS Certified</li></ul><p><b>
Education and/or Experience</b>:
</p><ul><li>Graduate of an accredited nursing program
</li><li>CT Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required, Registered Nurse (RN) preferred</li><li>
Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience; community health, primary care, or emergency nursing preferred</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements and Work Environment</b>: The physical requirements and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the manual dexterity sufficient to operate phones, computers, and other office equipment. The position requires the physical ability to kneel, bend and perform light lifting. This person must have the ability to write and speak clearly using the English language to convey information and be able to hear at normal speaking levels both in person and over the telephone. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Generally, the working conditions are good with little or no exposure to extremes in health, safety hazards and/or hazardous materials. This person must have the ability to travel as required to work with staff.</p></div>

Nurse Triage Specialist

ProSource Talent 

<p><b>ProSource Talent</b> is excited to be hiring for a culturally competent Family Nurse Practitioner or Primary Care Nurse Practitioner!</p><p>We are seeking a <b>Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP)</b> to join a highly collaborative, community-based health center delivering comprehensive care to <b>diverse and underserved populations</b>.</p><p>This is an opportunity to practice <b>purpose-driven medicine</b>&mdash;supporting individuals across <b>LGBTQIA+ communities, people living with HIV/AIDS, women&rsquo;s health populations, immigrants, and individuals experiencing homelessness</b>&mdash;while working within an integrated, multidisciplinary care model.</p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do</b></p><ul><li>Provide comprehensive primary care (preventative, acute, and chronic care) across in-person and telehealth settings</li><li>Manage complex conditions including <b>HIV, Hepatitis C, substance use disorders, and chronic illnesses</b></li><li>Develop and oversee <b>individualized care plans</b> in collaboration with the care team</li><li>Deliver patient-centered care with a strong focus on <b>health equity and cultural competence</b></li><li>Coordinate care across medical, behavioral health, and social service providers</li><li>Provide patient education, counseling, and ongoing care management</li></ul><p><b>What We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></p><ul><li>Licensed <b>Nurse Practitioner (NP)</b> in New York</li><li>Board Certified (AANP or ANCC) + BLS certification</li><li>Experience in <b>community health, FQHCs, or underserved populations strongly preferred</b></li><li>Clinical experience in <b>HIV care, primary care, or complex/chronic conditions</b></li><li>Passion for working with <b>diverse populations and advancing health equity</b></li><li>Bilingual (Spanish or French) is a plus</li></ul><p><b>Why This Role Stands Out</b></p><ul><li>Work at the intersection of <b>primary care + social impact</b></li><li>Serve <b>LGBTQIA+, HIV+, women&rsquo;s health, and marginalized communities</b></li><li>Be part of a <b>mission-driven, interdisciplinary team</b></li><li>Opportunity to <b>lead within a care team and influence patient outcomes at scale</b></li><li>Make a tangible difference in addressing <b>health disparities and access to care</b></li></ul><p>If you&rsquo;re a compassionate provider who is passionate about <b>equity, access, and delivering high-quality care to those who need it most</b>, this is the kind of role that truly makes an impact. Come join the team at <b>ProSource Talent!</b></p><p>Pay: $128,703.15 - $150,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Family Nurse Practitioner

Anew Care

<div><p><b>On-Call RN opportunity at Anew Hospice
</b></p><p><b>(7 days on, 7 days off) serving the Columbus, IN area</b></p>
<p>
Anew Hospice is Indiana owned and operated with Hoosier hospitality ingrained in everything we do. We&rsquo;re committed to providing compassionate care, clinical excellence and outstanding customer service to our patients and their families at the end of life. Creating a positive experience through comfort and support is our number one priority.</p>
<p>
Our team is growing! Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?</p>
<p>
Job duties of this rewarding position include:</p>
<p>
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care through nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.</p>
<p><b>
We offer and attractive compensation and excellent benefits package including:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available</li>
<li>Employees can access convenient telehealth services</li>
<li>401k</li>
<li>PTO</li>
<li>Workday shift and have your nights free</li>
<li>Monday-Friday work schedule</li>
<li>Mileage reimbursement</li>
<li>Employee Referral Program &ndash; get paid to refer a friend to join our team</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Job Requirements</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Valid Indiana Nurse License (RN)</li>
<li>Previous hospice or long-term care experience preferred.</li></ul></div>

On-Call Hospice RN

Tulsa Health Department

<div>
 <strong>
  Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Primarily responsible for providing public health nursing services to the public and is involved in community preventive health activities.
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 <br/>
 Examples of Duties
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 <br/>
 The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary.
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 <strong>
  Essential Job Functions
  <br/>
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 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Interviews patients to obtain medical history and update records; and explains medical forms and assists patient in the form completion.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reviews client&rsquo;s admission paperwork, eligibility criteria, BCD and fee payments to determine the correct public or private funding resources to utilize. Completes BCD and client medical records to indicate service(s) provided per clinic visit.
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintains accurate product Inventory. Follows quality assurance protocol for safe handling and storage of biologicals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reviews and evaluates immunization records, and administers immunizations according to the Physician Approved Protocols.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs assessment, testing, screening, and treatment services to clients utilizing the Physician Approved Protocols.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collects and prepares lab specimens as needed and per established guidelines; and completes necessary requisition for specific lab tests to assure proper routing of all specimens.
  </li>
  <li>
   Applies knowledge of all contraceptive methods, including emergency contraception and sterilization, in the provision of comprehensive family planning services including options/procedures counseling.
  </li>
  <li>
   Recommends, counsels and administers medication and treatment according to Physician Approved Protocols and provides instruction on medical procedures to patients.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs adult health screening for cholesterol, anemia, blood pressure, A1C and the presence of cervical cancer; and teaches breast self-examination and does clinical breast exams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Documents clinic visits and follow-up action, prepares and sends correspondence for follow-up and maintains clinic records.
  </li>
  <li>
   Receives calls from patients and counsels regarding problems, follows up on failed appointments and abnormal pap/laboratory results and maintains necessary records.
  </li>
  <li>
   Extends clinical service and community outreach by assisting with provision of health education, limited screenings or children&rsquo;s immunizations at community sites, local health fairs, schools and Caring Van sites.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participates in orientation process of new staff, residents and students.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participates in Health Department meetings and community meetings related to preventive health.
  </li>
  <li>
   Completes required training in support of duties and responsibilities of this position.
  </li>
  <li>
   Other duties as assigned including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Typical Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Education:
 </strong>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in nursing, preferred
 <strong>
  .
 </strong>
 Associate degree in nursing required.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Experience:
 </strong>
 Two years of experience as a professional nurse, preferred.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Skills And Knowledge
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional nursing, particularly relating to public health nursing.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skills in interacting with patients of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  </li>
  <li>
   Counseling and providing health education and in providing skilled nursing care; and in listening, paying attention to details, and retaining information.
  </li>
  <li>
   Work independently with minimum of supervision.
  </li>
  <li>
   Interactive relationship to work with team members and other staff.
  </li>
  <li>
   Good writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
  </li>
  <li>
   Skills required interviewing patients, explaining medications, and gaining acceptance of recommendations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Computer skills in data entry, MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  </li>
  <li>
   Bilingual (Spanish/English), preferred.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Licenses
  <br/>
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   Possession of a valid Oklahoma license as a Registered Nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or, Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
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   Valid Oklahoma driver&rsquo;s license.
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 Supplemental Information
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  Internal And External Working Relationships
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   Frequent internal contact with nurses, APRNs, and other clinic personnel to discuss patient follow-up, records and referrals.
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   Frequent external contact with private providers, community programs, schools and other agencies to obtain information, to provide patient referrals and to coordinate programs.
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  </li>
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  Supervisory Responsibility/Accountability
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  Direct Supervision
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  &ndash;
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 None.
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  Indirect Supervision &ndash;
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 Student nurses.
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  Budget/Money/Material
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 &ndash; Responsible for assigned equipment.
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  Reports to &ndash;
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 Manager, Clinical Services
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  Physical Requirements
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 Occasionally physical effort is required to assist heavy clients (up to 300 lbs.) during physical examinations. Physical effort may be required to move chairs and equipment weighing up to approximately 30 lbs.
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  Working Conditions
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 Regular exposure to communicable disease, contaminated blood, and other body fluids during the course specimen collection for laboratory analysis.
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 Interaction with occasional emotional or disruptive client. High volume and fast-paced clinic.
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  Special Requirements
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  <li>
   Must maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.
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   Must possess ability and willingness to perform job-related travel.
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   Maintain Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) CPR certification
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  FLSA Status:
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 Exempt
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 We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off.
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 Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.
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 See below for more details or visit our benefit page Benefits | Tulsa Health Department (tulsa-health.org):
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   Competitive Salary
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   Paid Holidays (typically 13 days per calendar year + 2 floating holidays)
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   Paid Time Off (PTO) 20 hours per month
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   Extended Sick Leave (ESL)
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   Health Insurance
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   Dental Insurance
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   Vision Insurance
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   Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
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   Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
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   Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
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   Critical Illness Care Plan including Cancer*
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   Accident Plan
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   Hospitalization Plan
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   Supplemental and Whole Life Plans
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   Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans
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   Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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   Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs)
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   Retirement Pension Fund with a 5-year vesting period.
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   Investment Benefits (e.g., 401A Employer/Employee Matching Fund (max. $150 per month), 457 Deferred Compensation Plan).
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   Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP) - employer contributes 1% of the employee&rsquo;s salary per year and unused employee sick leave is transferred to PEHP account upon retirement
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  <li>
   Employee Assistance Program
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   Working 4 Balance - Workplace Wellness Program
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  <li>
   Promotional Opportunities
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  <li>
   Flex Plan
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  <li>
   Tulsa Municipal Employees Federal Credit Union
  </li>
  <li>
   THD employment qualifies for nursing education loan repayment through the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program. Details available here
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