Job Description

Position Overview

A Community Health Nurse works to promote the overall wellness of individuals and communities through education, advocacy and delivery of care. The CHN promotes healthy lifestyle choices by instituting health screenings, wellness projects and provides education on disease management and prevention.

Developing relationships helps the CHN address health disparities within marginalized communities by focusing on the environmental, physical, and social determinants of health. The CHN also builds individual and community capacity through cultural mediation and by increasing the knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, and advocacy.

Location and Hours of Position

This position will be working in Erie County, Crawford County and Venango County.

General hours for the position are 8:30am-5:00pm.

NO WEEKENDS

Compensation

Minimum starting wage is $28.00 per hour. PHN recognizes experience, education and site location when determining wage.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing
• Current unrestricted Pennsylvania RN license
• Current CPR Healthcare Certification

Other

• Ability to demonstrate competency in nursing skills, assessment and decision making
• Knowledge, skill and ability to provide routine immunizations based on CDC and CDPH recommendations.
• Knowledge, skill and ability to monitor vaccine storage and handling guidelines.
• Ability to demonstrate self-discipline and work independently
• Ability to work over a wide range of areas in a diverse community
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Creative and analytical thinking

Benefits

Choosing PHN means more than a job title; it's a holistic experience that nurtures every facet of your well-being and aspirations.

• Medical/Dental/Vision (Employee and Family plans available immediately upon start date!)
• Employer Paid Short Term disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• College Savings Plan
• Fitness Center Membership Reimbursement
• ID Shield & Legal Shield
• Volunteer Time Off Program

The Network

The Primary Health Network is the largest Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC) in the state of Pennsylvania. The mission of Primary Health Network is to enhance the health and well-being of the communities we serve by fostering trust and ensuring inclusive and equitable access to healthcare that is both compassionate and exceptional.

With the Joint Commission Accreditation, we adhere to the highest standards of safety and quality in healthcare, ensuring top-notch services that surpass industry benchmarks. Some additional achievements that exemplify our commitment to optimal health and wellness include:

Patient Centered Medical Home Accreditation

Age Friendly Care Health System Participant

HRSA Community Health Quality Recognitions in COVID-19 data reporting, advancing health information technology for quality, and continued implementation of the Primary Care Medical Home care model.

Ranked an impressive #5 in the Government & Non-Profit sector by Inspiring Workplaces of North America for 2023

Innovation Through Diversity

Our path to DEI&B excellence is paved by the remarkable individuals at Primary Health Network. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, insights, and stories they bring. By attracting, nurturing, and retaining talent from all horizons, we're building a space where fresh ideas flourish, ensuring our patients always receive top-tier care.

Primary Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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