Prevention Nurse Specialist
About The Position
Sentara Health Plans is hiring a Prevention Nurse Specialist in Richmond, Virginia. This is a PRN position with variable hours, generally 8 am-5 pm. The position is located in Richmond, Virginia, covering the region from NOVA, south to Hampton. Travel reimbursement is provided. This is a remote PRN status position with Day Shift Hours, requiring onsite participation across the Richmond region. We are seeking an engaging and mission-driven health professional to deliver high-quality community and workplace wellness initiatives. In this role, you will contribute to a variety of health screenings and immunization events designed to empower individuals to take charge of their well-being. You will conduct one-on-one preventive screenings, including blood pressure assessments and fingerstick biometric testing, while using motivational interviewing and patient-centered communication to help participants understand their results and take meaningful steps toward reducing cardiovascular and lifestyle-related risks. As a trusted health partner, you’ll provide personalized guidance on key wellness topics such as tobacco cessation, adult immunizations, heart health, cancer prevention and early detection, and effective self-care practices. You will also administer seasonal influenza vaccinations in alignment with clinical standards and safety protocols.
Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Virginia or multistate license (MSL))
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or non-degree RN diploma
- BLS Certification
- Minimum 5 years' experience working as a registered nurse
- Active, unrestricted driver’s license required for regional travel
Nice To Haves
- Experience in community nursing
- Experience in health prevention and/or health education
- Experience providing care to patients with diabetes or cardiac risk factors
Responsibilities
- Conduct one-on-one preventive screenings, including blood pressure assessments and fingerstick biometric testing.
- Use motivational interviewing and patient-centered communication to help participants understand their results and take meaningful steps toward reducing cardiovascular and lifestyle-related risks.
- Provide personalized guidance on key wellness topics such as tobacco cessation, adult immunizations, heart health, cancer prevention and early detection, and effective self-care practices.
- Administer seasonal influenza vaccinations in alignment with clinical standards and safety protocols.
- Deliver high-quality community and workplace wellness initiatives.
- Contribute to a variety of health screenings and immunization events.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
