About the role
Job Requirements
A clinically competent registered nurse who works collaboratively with community partners to provide essential healthcare services to diverse populations by effectively utilizing the nursing process. Responsible for conducting comprehensive health screenings, patient assessments, implementation of preventive health measures, and delivering tailored health education and care within various community settings. This role supports system-wide community health and wellness outreach initiatives, including those under the Community Outreach and Health Improvement program, to promote overall public health and well-being. The position requires strong interpersonal skills to engage with patients of all ages, races, genders, and ethnic backgrounds, ensuring culturally sensitive and equitable care delivery.
Work Experience
Education & Training: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Bachelors preferred. Currently licensed as R.N in the state of Maryland and CPR certified.
Work Orientation & Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in medical-surgical or adult clinical specialty area. One year in experience in community outreach or public health preferred. Working knowledge of age specific and adult learning principles. Must successfully complete Hospital and Community Outreach and Health Improvement orientation and competencies.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to (a) demonstrate effective interpersonal skills; (b) convey effective verbal and written communications; (c) organize, multitask and manage time effectively; (d) utilize basic assessment and critical thinking skills; (e) adapt hours of availability to meet the schedule of community events including weekends; (f) make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures and nursing standards; (g) establish learning objectives and select appropriate teaching method; (h) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; (i) utilize technology as appropriate; (j) respond to emergencies appropriately; (k) maintain patient privacy and confidentiality; (l) adhere to standards of behavior set forth by the mission, vision and values of the organization; (m) Nurse must be available to work a minimum of two (2) events per month. Depending upon the number of events and size of the pool, additional shifts may or may not be available one event per quarter should be a weekend event.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Benefits
PRN: varies weekly primarily 8a to 5p. Can include some weekend daytime.
Flat Rate: 35.02/ hour
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