Community Health Nurse (RN or LPN) - Part-time

RVNAhealth•Ridgefield, CT

5d•$34 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

RVNAhealth is looking to hire a part-time nurse who is passionate about community health and working with diverse and low-income populations. Bilingual (Spanish or Portuguese) preferred. Under the direction of the Manager of Community Health and Wellness, this individual performs public health nursing activities in onsite clinics and offsite clinics through community partnerships. This position will be based in our Ridgefield, CT office but require occasional work in New Milford, as well as occasional travel to surrounding towns including, but not limited to: Danbury, Kent, Newtown, Bethel, Redding, Brookfield, Wilton, Sherman, and Bridgewater. (Note: travel to these other sites will be approximately 1x/week and will often be less). This position is part-time (22.5 hours/week), typically within Monday to Friday workdays (8:30am - 4:30pm), with occasional evening and weekend availability. Exact days of the week to be determined upon offer/hire. Flexibility may be needed from time-to-time. Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license and insurance. Mileage reimbursement provided. Work duty outside of normal work hours (such as on evenings or weekends) will be required on occasion but will be planned with nurse input in advance and flex time will be offered.

Requirements

Nursing degree from accredited college of university
RN or LPN License Required; Connecticut or Compact License
Excellent communication skills and ability to work calmly with others during high-stress situations
Adaptability to changing priorities
Self-directed, enjoys autonomy, and has ability to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis independently
Computer literate and willing to use multiple technologies to document work
Excellent organizational skills required
Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license and insurance

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/Portuguese)
Experience providing well child visits and/or pediatric vaccines in a pediatric office preferred

Responsibilities

Provide immunizations (flu, COVID-19, Tdap, etc.) in clinic spaces in accordance with CDC regulations and guidance.
Document all medical encounters and immunizations in multiple databases, including one shared with the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
Work with Community Partners to provide offsite well child clinics in and around the Danbury area.
Conduct travel health consultations and administer immunizations as needed. (training provided)
Identify community and partnership opportunities to expand the reach of all community health programming.
Assist CHW manager in the coordination of large flu clinics, "know your numbers" programs, and health fair screenings.
Educate community on public health topics through community outreach and at local events.
Provide health screenings and education.
Provide home visits, on rare occasion, to support our chronic care management and homebound vaccination programs.