Community health nurse job description

Announcement # 2022-021

Closing Date : Open until filled

The COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSE is full-time, 40 hour per week, Civil Service and Union represented.

Columbia County Public Health is committed to improving qualify of life and protecting the health and well-being of all residents by addressing social, economic and environmental conditions. We want to ensure that all people in Columbia County have the opportunity for a healthy life.

DUTIES : Coordinate and implement community health nursing programs in Columbia County, with primary focus on Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Services (MCAH). Ensure Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Services are available in the County to strengthen families and improve health status of women and children. Develop and coordinate a local delivery system for MCAH services. Provide services via home visits, coordinate referrals to primary care and other agencies, and collect and submit client encounter data while adhering to state requirements.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE : Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. At least three years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, two of which must have been in a community health nursing. Any satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above-described duties may be acceptable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Current licensure in good standing as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon. Possession of a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and an acceptable driving record.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY : Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public health nursing; the methods and techniques of nursing; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment; principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting; the American Nurses Association standards and policies; the principles of harm reduction; the theories and practices of public health administration; school exclusion requirements; public health laws and regulations, including communicable disease reporting requirements and laws related to prevention and control of communicable diseases.

Skill in the use and care of nursing and medical equipment. Skill in the operation of various software applications programs, including word processing, spreadsheets and electronic mail. Skill in using communicable disease control and prevention systems. Skills in organization and project management.

Ability to express ideas effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to meet deadlines and work independently in cooperation with agency, community and industry representatives. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Ability to develop and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, County officials and the public.

MAS Community Health is seeking compassionate and kindhearted individuals to provide in-home support for children with varied levels of behavioral/mental health diagnoses. MAS Community Health has an office in
Wilton, ME
. Part-time hours are available in surrounding areas including:

Auburn Dixfield New Portland Farmington Chesterville Jay Anson Skowhegan

As an entry-level Behavioral Health Professional, you will complete the BHP certification course including instruction and observation hours. After completion of your certification, you will be helping children and their families learn new skills and meet goals directly contributing to the child’s autonomy, safety, and skill development.


Responsibilities of a BHP include:


Working with clients ages 0 to 21 who have a mental or behavioral health diagnosis Providing individualized support within the clients' personal homes and surrounding communities Safely transporting your client within your own personal, and reliable vehicle Following the client’s treatment plan, outlined, and created by family and the case management team Completion of daily progress notes


All our employees enjoy industry-leading benefits including:


Hourly rate up to $18 Productivity bonuses! Earn up to $20/hr! Sign-on Bonus up to $500 Referral bonus opportunities Mileage reimbursement Flexible hours Accrued time off


Position Requires:


GED, or High School Diploma Clean driving records and valid driver's license Some experience working with children (For example: working as a nanny, daycare worker, coach, camp counselor, etc.) Reliable, registered, and insured transportation Proof of COVID Vaccination


Make a difference in your community- apply today!


MASCH

This job provides direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interacts with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel. Demonstrates professional responsibilities and is responsible for own practice and assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care.

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

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Education
Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience
Required - Experience working with and maintaining confidential information and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Certifications
Required - Current LPN License in the state of practice
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Preferred - IV Therapy Credentials
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs
Excellent organizational skills Good time management skills and self directed Demonstrates Good Judgement Good interpersonal skills Delegation skills

Job Duties
Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served. Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience. Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change. Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands 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.
Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.