Job Information
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare RN Community Health Nurse in Chesapeake, Virginia
Summary
The Health Education Nurse assists with health screenings, community educational programs, health displays, administration of influenza vaccines, and clerical or other office duties as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.
Participate in health screenings at the hospital or in the community
Team lead for Health Screenings including running the clinic, supplies and coordination of staff.
Assist with setting up rooms for health fairs and screenings
Utilize screening equipment during events, which may include:
Cardio Check machine for cholesterol and blood sugars
Blood glucose monitoring machines for blood sugars
Blood pressure cuff and stethoscope for blood pressures
Bone density screenings for osteoporosis
Omron for BMI indexing
Derma scan for skin cancer detection
Educational Wheel (nutrition bingo)
Be able to perform fit testing demo exercises
Able to work the Bone Density machine for Osteoporosis Screenings
Keep screening equipment in clean and working order; clean machines after each screening
Perform controls and record results in screening notebook
Give current and accurate health information to screening participants in a respectful and confidential manner
Work outside events, such as health fairs, by setting up displays and providing program information for businesses and the community about services offered by Chesapeake Regional Medical Center and the Lifestyle Center.
Teaches baby-sitting classes or assist with class instruction.
If certified for MAT teaches and coordinates all MAT classes.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of LPN or RN program
Preferred Education: 4 years in nursing experience
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in the nursing field
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must have current Virginia Nursing License. Must maintain CPR/AED certification. If not certified at time of hire, must obtain within 90 days of start.