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OverviewThe Community Health Nurse provides comprehensive, client-centered nursing care in a community-based setting. Responsibilities vary by location and include conducting health assessments, administering medications, implementing physician orders, and coordinating care with onsite and community healthcare providers.This role involves monitoring client health status, delivering first aid and emergency response as needed, and educating clients and staff on medication management, disease prevention, and Narcan use. The nurse also develops and oversees individualized care plans, ensures a safe and hygienic environment, and maintains accurate clinical documentation and data reporting.Working collaboratively with program leadership and multidisciplinary teams, the Community Health Nurse plays a key role in promoting client health, safety, and continuity of care. What We ProvideReferral bonus opportunities     Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays   Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Disability    Employer-matched retirement saving funds   Personal and financial wellness programs    Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care     Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees   Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement    Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities    What You Will Do:Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate health and wellness activities.Conducts client assessments to determine health needs, including taking vital signs as needed.Accurately documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in clients’ medical records.Provides emergency care until EMS arrives and liaises with EMS personnel during medical emergencies.Develops and implement individualized nursing care plans.Health Promotion: Educates clients on disease prevention and health maintenance.Assists in preparing statistical reports for funding sources (e.g., number of health assessments and referrals to primary care or specialists).Care Coordination and Advocacy: Facilitates referrals and linkages to appropriate healthcare services based on client needs. QualificationsLicenses and Certifications:License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required CPR/BLS Certification required  Education:Associate's Degree Nursing required Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferredWork Experience: Minimum two years of experience working as an RN Prior experience working with behavioral health client population and providing clinical assessments of their health needs preferred  Pay RangeUSD $85,000.00 - USD $106,300.00 /Yr. About UsVNS Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit home and community-based health care organizations. Innovating in health care for more than 130 years, our commitment to health and well-being is what drives us — we help people live, age and heal where they feel most comfortable, in their own homes, connected to their family and community. On any given day, more than 10,000 VNS Health team members deliver compassionate care, unparalleled expertise and 24/7 solutions and resources to the more than 43,000 “neighbors” who look to us for care. Powered and informed by data analytics that are unmatched in the home and community-health industry, VNS Health offers a full range of health care services, solutions and health plans designed to simplify the health care experience and meet the diverse and complex needs of the communities and people we serve in New York and beyond.