Community Health Nurse

University of Maryland Medical System; Belcamp (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a clinically competent registered nurse for a Community Health role in the Bel Air/Aberdeen, MD area. You will conduct screenings, assess patients, implement preventive health measures, and deliver tailored health education across diverse community settings.

This PRN role emphasizes teaching, outreach, and case-management conversations with people from varied backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; RN licensed in Maryland; CPR certified.
• Minimum 3 years’ medical-surgical or adult clinical experience; community outreach or public health preferred.
• Working knowledge of age-specific and adult learning principles; orientation to Hospital and Community Outreach and Health Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health screenings and patient assessments.
• Implement preventive health measures and deliver tailored education and care.
• Support system-wide community health and wellness outreach initiatives.
• Engage patients of all ages and backgrounds with culturally sensitive care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Teaching ability

Team collaboration

Technology usage

Emergency response

Patient privacy

Adaptable schedule

Community outreach

Education

RN licensure in Maryland

BSN preferred

CPR certified

Graduate from accredited nursing school

Job description

Job Requirements

A clinically competent registered nurse who works collaboratively with community partners to provide essential healthcare services to diverse populations by effectively utilizing the nursing process. This is an exciting Community Health role, in the Bel Air, Aberdeen, MD area.

This is a great opportunity for nurses who love teaching, connecting with people, and making a difference. They’ll be out in the community doing BP screenings, diabetes education, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, and having meaningful case-management-style conversations.

Responsible for conducting comprehensive health screenings, patient assessments, implementation of preventive health measures, and delivering tailored health education and care within various community settings. This role supports system-wide community health and wellness outreach initiatives, including those under the Community Outreach and Health Improvement program, to promote overall public health and well-being. The position requires strong interpersonal skills to engage with patients of all ages, races, genders, and ethnic backgrounds, ensuring culturally sensitive and equitable care delivery.

Work Experience

Education & Training: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Bachelors preferred. Currently licensed as R.N in the state of Maryland and CPR certified.

Work Orientation & Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in medical-surgical or adult clinical specialty area. One year in experience in community outreach or public health preferred. Working knowledge of age specific and adult learning principles. Must successfully complete Hospital and Community Outreach and Health Improvement orientation and competencies.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to (a) demonstrate effective interpersonal skills;
• Ability to (b) convey effective verbal and written communications;
• Ability to (c) organize, multitask and manage time effectively;
• Ability to (d) utilize basic assessment and critical thinking skills;
• Ability to (e) adapt hours of availability to meet the schedule of community events including weekends;
• Ability to (f) make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures and nursing standards;
• Ability to (g) establish learning objectives and select appropriate teaching method;
• Ability to (h) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team;
• Ability to (i) utilize technology as appropriate;
• Ability to (j) respond to emergencies appropriately;
• Ability to (k) maintain patient privacy and confidentiality;
• Ability to (l) adhere to standards of behavior set forth by the mission, vision and values of the organization;
• Ability to (m) Nurse must be available to work a minimum of two (2) events per month. Depending upon the number of events and size of the pool, additional shifts may or may not be available one event per quarter should be a weekend event.

Reporting Relationships

Benefits

PRN: varies weekly primarily 8a to 5p. Can include some weekend daytime.

Flat Rate: 35.02/ hour

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