What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Nurse position at Erie Family Health Centers?
Join the Erie team! Motivated by the belief that healthcare is a human right, we provide high quality affordable care to support healthier people, families, and communities. Erie delivers holistic care to help every member of the family stay healthy and active from infancy through adulthood. Since 1957, we have provided high-quality care to diverse patients most in need, regardless of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay.
Erie Family Health Centers, a top workplace in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Community Health Registered Nurse team! Erie Family Health Centers is seeking a full time Community Health RN to provide essential clinical support to patient care activities utilizing nursing education, assessment, and procedural skills.
At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie employees are eligible for Erie’s Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee’s biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement.
Compensation is based on each candidate’s experience, skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Collaborates with providers in the delivery of patient care.
- Performs triage assessment process of walk-in patients and telephone calls.
- Delivers health education related to medication, diet, treatment of diagnosis, health promotion, prevention and exit health teaching.
- Administers immunizations, applicable contraception refills, and medications as ordered by provider.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Current Illinois RN licensure required.
- Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR certification required.
- One to two years’ experience in community health nursing or ambulatory care preferred.
Skills and Knowledge
- Bilingual is a plus.
The Erie Advantage Pledge
WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST
Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:
- Our mission, vision, and values unite us.
- Our voices matter.
- We do things well.
- Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging.
- We find our career sweet spot at Erie.
Salary : $32 - $37
