RN, Wellness

University of Rochester•Goodwell, OK

3d•$73,528 - $99,257•Onsite

About The Position

Nurses in the Center for Nursing Entrepreneurship provide direct care to individuals and groups in a variety of settings. The role supports multiple services based on departmental needs and seasonality, including biometric screenings, lifestyle and condition management coaching, and seasonal influenza vaccinations. Nurses conduct full-panel biometric screenings at employer sites throughout Monroe County and surrounding counties using point-of-care testing, provide real-time follow-up counseling and education, and refer or recommend clients to appropriate programs. Care is holistic and delivered within an evidence- and theory-based coaching model. For disease management and lifestyle programs, nurses manage a client caseload and provide one-to-one coaching and counseling for people with chronic conditions or those seeking to maintain or improve their health. Nurse coaches work with clients over time to build a dynamic relationship as clients pursue wellness goals. Nurses also provide comprehensive influenza vaccination services to the community during peak vaccination months. The position requires regular daily travel to employer and community sites. A reliable means of transportation is required; mileage reimbursement is provided.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing and two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Registered Nurse licensure in New York State or compact-state licensure recognized in New York State, required upon hire.
Strong understanding of wellness principles, chronic disease prevention, and lifestyle interventions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to motivate and engage participants in wellness activities.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently manage wellness programs.
Ability to apply evidence-based and theory-based assessments, interventions, and evaluations to clinical situations and adapt care as needed.
Ability to work independently, exercise nursing judgment, and use critical thinking to provide individualized care.
Desire and ability to adapt to change and the evolving healthcare landscape.
Reliable means of transportation for regular daily travel; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Basic computer skills.
Wellcoaches® certification or equivalent wellness coaching certification required within one year of hire for full-time and part-time staff.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in adult nursing with three to five years of experience.
Specialty certification.
Certifications in health coaching, wellness, or holistic nursing.

Responsibilities

Conduct point-of-care biometric screenings at employer sites throughout Monroe County and surrounding counties.
Interpret screening results and other information, including wellness surveys, to understand each client’s risk profile.
Refer clients to appropriate primary care, condition management, lifestyle management, behavioral health, and other programs.
Use technology effectively to meet client needs and communicate with other service providers.
Identify critical clinical situations, intervene to assure immediate client safety, and follow up to support continued safety.
Deliver care in an autonomous, competency-supportive environment.
Integrate client information in real time to develop individualized recommendations based on physiology, pathophysiology, psychology, and social determinants of health.
Assess the impact of clients’ health and community health on well-being and discuss methods to improve well-being as needed.
Use critical thinking to assess, intervene, evaluate client needs, and address unusual or unique clinical scenarios.
Practice cultural agility to meet the diverse needs of clients.
Apply motivational theory and expert coaching techniques to encourage behavior change and help clients develop wellness goals.
Engage and encourage participants to use resources and make measurable progress toward wellness goals.
Review medical questionnaires and conduct medical evaluations to assess vaccine safety and potential contraindications.
Provide education and instruction about influenza vaccination using the CDC Vaccine Information Sheet.
Coordinate intake assessments, ongoing appointments, and program completions for condition management and lifestyle management clients.
Develop individualized wellness plans using information from varied sources and knowledge of relevant health and social factors.
Monitor client progress, evaluate care effectiveness, and adapt wellness plans as needed.
Use evidence-based practices and best-practice models to formulate, deliver, and evaluate care.
Evaluate client outcomes at program completion and establish plans to maintain health gains.
Develop presentations and group programs using current evidence, and deliver them in an engaging manner adapted to audience needs.
Apply adult-learning principles and varied modalities when developing and delivering programs.
Evaluate the effectiveness of group programs and presentations.
Stay current with best practices and maintain expertise in health and wellness.
Participate in quality improvement as requested.