Health Educator Nurse (Flexi) Chesapeake Regional Medical Center - 2.9 Chesapeake, VA Job Details 4 hours ago Qualifications CPR Certification Customer communication BLS Certification LPN AED Certification Full Job Description Summary The Health Education Nurse assists with health screenings, community educational programs, health displays, administration of influenza vaccines, and clerical or other office duties as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned. Participate in health screenings at the hospital or in the community Assist with setting up rooms for health fairs and screenings Utilize screening equipment during events, which may include: Cardio Check machine for cholesterol and blood sugars Blood glucose monitoring machines for blood sugars Blood pressure cuff and stethoscope for blood pressures Bone density screenings for osteoporosis Omron for BMI indexing Derma scan for skin cancer detection Educational Wheel (nutrition bingo) Be able to perform fit testing demo exercises Able to work the Bone Density machine for Osteoporosis Screenings Keep screening equipment in clean and working order; clean machines after each screening Perform controls and record results in screening notebook Give current and accurate health information to screening participants in a respectful and confidential manner Work outside events, such as health fairs, by setting up displays and providing program information for businesses and the community about services offered by Chesapeake Regional Medical Center and the Lifestyle Center Influenza Vaccines Administer influenza vaccines during community and corporate clinic events (able to use an Epi Pen) Give current and accurate information in reference to the flu vaccine information sheet provided by the CDC Complete mandatory paperwork with accuracy Accurately compile all medical records and submit to supervisor at end of event Demonstrate excellent infection control techniques by disposing of hazardous waste properly and cleaning all equipment after each use Explain the procedure indicated and review measures for vaccine injections Understands the need to report any needle stick injury Summary of Other Job Duties and Expectations Adhere to the Service Excellence Standards and Expectations at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center Exhibit excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers Exhibit courteous communication skills and the ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in performance of job duties Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect to others in adherence to the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting positive work and customer environments Work as a team to continuously improve work quality Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work schedules when necessary to ensure patient care Present self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services Supervisory Responsibilities Reports to:

Health Education Coordinator Supervises:

None Responsibilities:

N/A Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience Minimum Required Education:

Successful completion of LPN or RN program

Preferred Education:

N/A Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of experience in the nursing field Certificates , Licenses, Registrations Must have current Virginia Nursing License. Must maintain CPR/AED certification. If not certified at time of hire, must obtain within 90 days of start. Licenses & Certifications Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscita Licensed Practical Nurse Registered Nurse Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.