Community Health RN I
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Job DescriptionLocation: Chicago, ILHospital: RUSH University Medical CenterDepartment: Faculty Practice CONWork Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)Shift: Shift 1Work Schedule: 8 HrSummary:The Community/Public Health Nurse is a nurse with knowledge in a specialized area of nursing who promotes and provides quality care to individuals, groups, and communities. The Community/Public Health Nurse supports the mission of the College of Nursing (CON). Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.Responsibilities:• Assesses health needs of individuals and the community.• Plans and delivers nursing care for individuals, groups, and communities.• Promotes continuity of care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team at assigned agency.• Maintains, interprets, and evaluates health records and medical reports for clients.• Develops and implements health education and prevention programs based on assessed needs.• Implements various screening programs based on community needs.• Utilizes community resources for client referral.• Plans and delivers staff educational programs related to agency/client needs.• Participates in agency program development and evaluation.• Monitors compliance of regulated programs.• Participates in quality improvement efforts.• Acts as a preceptor for Rush CON students, as requested, at assigned agency site.Other information:Required Job Qualifications:• Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure.• Bachelor's or in Nursing from an NLN accredited school of nursing.• One year of nursing and some community or public health experience• Analytical ability.• Ability to work in complex organizational systems.• Interact effectively with others in difficult situations.• Ability to use computer system to enter or retrieve data.Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Position Community Health RN ILocation US:IL:ChicagoReq ID 10327