Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

CareArc is seeking a full-time Community Health Nurse RN to join our team.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Assess and evaluate the immunization status and needs of patients and staff according to the current state, federal, and international requirements, and patient medical history. Interpret international immunization records.
• Educate clients and caregivers about the importance of immunization, following recommended immunization schedules, possible side effects of immunizations, and aftercare.
• Administer vaccinations according to the manufacturer's instructions using safe and proper techniques and a system of double checks to ensure accuracy.
• Administer and evaluate tuberculosis skin tests and refer patients as needed per protocol.
• Participate in off-site Vaccination and Worksite Wellness clinics, including regularly scheduled and seasonal clinics.
• Investigation, follow-up, and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases or other reportable conditions.
• Administers medications and treatments accurately, within the licensed scope of practice, observing and documenting patient response.
  
• Respond to public health emergencies and participate in disaster preparedness.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with public health reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with community partners to develop and implement a community improvement plan.
• Educate individuals and groups on health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyles.
• Participate in health fairs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, associate's degree required, Field of study: Nursing
  

Job Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation and sick time
• KPERS retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for self and family beginning first day of employment.
• HSA/HRA available
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid life and long-term disability
• Employee and family medical and dental discounts
• And many other voluntary benefits

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