Community Health Nurse

Company: Clinical Management Consultants
Location: Bowie
Posted on: October 14, 2021

Job Description:

An exquisite opportunity awaits for an experienced Community Health Nurse outside of Washington DC. An award-winning hospital is searching to add a Nurse to join their highly professional health care team.

Compassionately serving their community for over 100 years, this award-winning acute care hospital provides only the best personalized care possible. Understanding that each patient requires their own specific treatment plan, the medical staff at this hospital are equipped with advanced medical technology that allows them to provide tailored care for their patients. Administering care that treats both a patient’s physical needs and mental health needs are a top priority for this dedicated clinical staff.

This position performs public and community health nursing services in clinics, homes and in the community. This position will provide community based and patient centered counseling, education and information concerning illnesses.
Essential Job Duties: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions 1. Stays abreast of timely and current trends and innovations in public health nursing functions,
disease prevention and on-going disease management. Provides leadership to the organization with regard to current trends and innovations in public health nursing. 2. Serves as a resource and provides leadership to community groups and co-workers. 3. Provides health related education and counseling on the prevention and management of communicable and chronic diseases. Introduces general health related information and instruction to individuals, families and community groups. 4. Coordinates health programs and clinics with outside organizations and agencies. 5. Coordinates and administers community based screenings and vaccinations. Communicates the
results to individuals and families. Refers to the appropriate level of care when necessary. 6. Interviews patient to assess and evaluate medical history. Observes and records a patients response to treatment and medication. Coordinates communication between physician and
patient. 7. Advises patients on available and appropriate medical and social services available. Advocates
on patients behalf to coordinate services when necessary. 8. Keeps accurate patient records; maintains confidentiality at all times. 9. Participates in quality improvement activities. 10. Maintains records and data for reporting purposes in coordination with the Director of
Community Health Improvement.

This hospital is situated just outside of Washington DC. With beautiful parks close by and a short commute to the city, this is the perfect place to have a family.

This innovative hospital is moving quickly to add a Nurse and are fully prepared offer a competitive compensation and full benefits package. Don't let this opportunity pass you by and apply today!

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