Public Health Nurse

HDR • Part-time • MN, US • $55 / hour • 2m ago

Alliance Health Care is a comprehensive health care provider in Minnesota providing a diverse menu of services and supports to people with disabilities and the aging community.

Alliance strives to maintain a progressive, nurturing health care environment with a team dedicated to fulfilling the highest standards of quality care while encouraging consumer independence.

Join our dynamic company as we continue to expand the ways in which we support our clients and their families.

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Alliance is looking for a part-time, qualified PHN to join our team. This position offers a highly flexible schedule with the ability to set your own visit days and times. Our part-time PHNs conduct around 5-10 visits per week. Visits will be completed primarily in Washington County, but could require the possibility of traveling to Anoka, Ramsey, and Dakota County. PHNs receive their referrals on a monthly basis, allowing ample time to schedule, conduct, and return visit documentation in a timely manner. The rate of pay starts at $55.00 per assessment (depending on qualifications and experience) in addition to a designated rate for any administrative time. Mileage and cell phone reimbursement is also included.

Responsibilities:

· Meet clients in their home to complete medical assessments for services

· Determine need for programming (PCA, Home Health Aide, Homemaking, etc.)

· Work with a variety of individuals from different ethnic, religious, cultural backgrounds – use interpreters as needed

· Complete assessment documentation within the required time period

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

· Driver's license, clean driving record, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle

· Willingness to travel throughout the area

· Ability to pass a DHS background check

· Ability to work independently

· Excellent communication skills

Experience completing MnChoices or Legacy Assessments

· Provide proof of a current PHN certificate*If you don't currently have your certificate and you meet the below qualifications you can obtain your certificate which is required for this position:

· RN licensed and currently registered in Minnesota,

· Baccalaureate or higher degree with a major in nursing,

· Completed course work which included theory and clinical practice in public health nursing (Details are available in MN Rule part 6316.0100 subpart 4. For more information on this and how to apply for your certificate visit the MN Board of Nursing website: https://mn.gov/boards/nursing/licensure/licensure/public-health-nurse-registration.jsp)

Additional must-have skills:

· Highly and demonstratively organized

· Self-managed and motivated to work with little supervision

· Strongly skilled with computer use

· Strong skilled in multi-tasking

· Skilled in written and verbal communication skills with attention to spelling, grammar, thoroughness, and professional expression

Upbeat and engaging in communication style with a positive personality/team player attitude

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