Health Educator Nurse (Flexi)

UKG; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center is seeking a Health Education Nurse to assist with health screenings, educational programs, and vaccine administration at community events and hospital clinics.

The role involves setting up screening spaces, using equipment to measure cholesterol, blood pressure, BMI, and bone density, and delivering accurate health information with confidentiality. CPR/AED certified RNs or LPNs are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have current Virginia Nursing License and CPR/AED certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the nursing field.
• Experience with health screenings or community health programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health screenings at hospital or community settings.
• Assist with setting up rooms for health fairs and screenings.
• Administer influenza vaccines during community and corporate events.

Skills

CPR/AED

Patient education

Communication

Education

LPN or RN program

Virginia Nursing License

CPR/AED certification

Job description

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

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 pressure cuff and stethoscope for blood pressures

Bone density screenings for osteoporosis

Omron for BMI indexing

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

Administer influenza vaccines during community and corporate clinic events (able to use an Epi Pen)

Give current and accurate information in reference to the flu vaccine information sheet provided by the CDC

Complete mandatory paperwork with accuracy

Accurately compile all medical records and submit to supervisor at end of event

Demonstrate excellent infection control techniques by disposing of hazardous waste properly and cleaning all equipment after each use

Explain the procedure indicated and review measures for vaccine injections

Understands the need to report any needle stick injury

Summary of Other Job Duties and Expectations

Adhere to the Service Excellence Standards and Expectations at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

Exhibit excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers

Exhibit courteous communication skills and the ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in performance of job duties

Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect to others in adherence to the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting positive work and customer environments

Work as a team to continuously improve work quality

Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work schedules when necessary to ensure patient care

Present self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette

Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services

Supervisory Responsibilities

Reports to: Health Education Coordinator

Responsibilities: N/A

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: N/A

• 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.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Cardiopulmonary Resuscita

Licensed Practical Nurse

Registered Nurse

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