Outreach Community Health Specialist

Locations: Albuquerque, NM

Type:Tribal

Salary Range:$38 to $53 / Per Hour

Open Period:5/21/2024 until filled

Summary:Health Care Plan for Individual & Family Dental Plan Vision Plan Flex Spending Account 401K Plan Term Life Insurance Long Term & Short Term Disability Supplemental Healthcare Plans Workman's Compensation Employee Assistance Program Domestic Partner Benefits

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Duties:? Assesses community health needs and develops and evaluates plans to meet those needs. ? Provides skilled nursing services in the homes to individuals and families, including measures designed to prevent complications and minimize disabilities. ? Conducts home visits to assess health status and evaluate environmental and support conditions. ? Collects nasal, NP, and Pharyngeal swabs for COVID-19 and other viral testing. ? Draws blood or takes other samples for laboratory analysis in the home or clinic. ? Administers vaccine, insulin or medication in the home or clinic as needed. ? Provides medication management and education to clients. ? Teaches individuals and families positive health behaviors and appropriate measures to address common health problems, including recognition of the need for medical diagnosis and care. ? Provides training and education to caregivers relating to client care needs. ? Teaches school and senior center staff and students/participants about health issues. ? Maintains, reviews, monitors and updates immunization records and reports. ? Performs case management duties including: hospital discharge follow-ups, assistance in obtaining medical equipment, and eligibility for financial or additional resources. ? Participates in community health initiatives and activities, including immunization clinics. ? Participates in accreditation and other quality review and improvement activities; performs safety evaluations as needed. ? Maintains records of activities and prepares reports as necessary. ? Keeps patient records and registries updated and accurate; prints, files and faxes as needed. ? Advocates for patient needs as appropriate. ? Provides prenatal and postpartum visits. ? Provides wound care and dressing changes. ? Provides guidance to ancillary personnel; performs clinic nurse duties as needed and may perform limited school nurse duties. ? Inspects and maintains vehicle and medical equipment. ? Attends staff meetings as required. ? Maintains confidential information. ? Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:Associate's Degree in Nursing (AND) ? New Mexico Licensed Practical Nurse ? Three years' work experience in a health clinic or community program. ? CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certifications. ? Must be able to pass a TB screening. ? Must provide written copy of immunization record prior to employment. ? Valid New Mexico driver's license with ability to meet Pueblo of Isleta liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance. ? Must pass background check for position. ? Must be able to comply with the Pueblo of Isleta Drug Free Workplace policies.

Work Type:Permanent, Full

Announcement #:068- 24