Job Description
Job Description: Community Education and Healthcare Access: - Collaborates with community members, stakeholders, private and public organizations, and government agencies to improve community health.
- Facilitates evidence-based programs (e.g., diabetes prevention, fall prevention, chronic disease self-management) to promote positive lifestyle behaviors and safety.
Community Screenings and Immunizations: - Attends screening and immunization programs, which may occur on evenings and weekends, alongside team members, providers, volunteers, and community partners.
- Administers community-based vaccinations (e.g., flu shots, COVID vaccines).
- Maintains accurate documentation, vital records, infection control standards, and a safe environment.
- Responds effectively in emergency situations, including initiating CPR and calling 911.
Outreach Responsibilities: - Attends community events, including evenings and weekends, to educate on health topics.
- Acts as a community health representative in conjunction with department team members.
Community Health Per Diem Pool Guidelines: - Schedules are considered a commitment; events canceled without seven (7) days notice count as an occurrence. Two occurrences in six months may result in removal from the pool.
- Must work a minimum of two events per month and at least two cholesterol events per year.
- One shift per quarter must be a weekend event (four events per year).
- CPR certification is required.
- Must maintain current Maryland licenses and certifications as applicable.
Qualifications: - Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Maryland, or eligible under Nurse Compact agreements.
- 12 years of relevant experience in community health (preferred).
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid State Drivers License.
Working Place: Upper Marlboro, Maryland, United States Company : 2025 Oct 16th Virtual - University of Maryland Medical Systems
Job Tags
Daily paid, Relief, Shift work, Afternoon shift,