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Registered Nurse - RN 

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Are you a clinician looking for an amazing opportunity??
Do you enjoy helping those most in need??
Then look no further…...


Community First Health Centers is currently seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our WIC team at our New Haven medical facility located at 58144 Gratiot Avenue.

The ideal candidate for this role will be resourceful, a great communicator and a team player. Under the supervision of the WIC Program Manager, you'll provide nutrition counseling, training and education services to WIC program participants and staff.

Daily responsibilities of our Registered Nurse (RN) may include:
• Perform nutrition assessment(s), determine risk/eligibility, provide nutrition risk education and make appropriate referral(s)
• Provide nutrition counseling including breastfeeding education; document all encounter details
• Perform anthropometric measurements, record data and perform lab functions as needed
• Promote breastfeeding to WIC clients
• Provide information and education to WIC clients on breastfeeding including support, benefit as well as overcoming and preventing barriers
• Participate in the selection, planning, preparation and evaluation of teaching aids and program materials
• Maintain and acquire knowledge of community resources
• Counsel clients on health education and behavior modification
• Complete all forms and charts necessary to ensure compliance with all federal, state, insurance and/or Agency standards
• Initiate problem lists for high-risk clients and refer to a Registered Dietitian for individual counseling/care plan development
• Provide consultation, training and supervision for staff as requested
• Order, track inventory and stock nutrition education materials as needed/directed
• Contribute to policy and/or procedure development as needed/requested
• Other duties as assigned


This is a part time opportunity; up to 20 hours per week.
Hours will be gained Monday thru Friday; 830a-5p with some flexibility needed.

Why work for Community First Health Centers?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including;
• Bi-Weekly Competitive Pay
• 403(b) Thrift Savings Plan; 2% (up to 7%) annual salary employer contribution whether you participate or not!
• Generous Holiday and Vacation time
• Professional growth opportunities/cross training
• Employee Recognition and Assistance Programs

Community First Health Centers: Improving the quality of life for our community!!

 
Position Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) degree from an accredited college of Nursing
• RN license for the State of Michigan
• Experience providing community health, pediatric and /or maternal/infant nutrition services preferred; at least one year
• Experience delivering education
• Capability to interface and maintain relationships will all programs/personnel
• Ability to work independently and with minimal guidance
• Must maintain Basic Life Support certification

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time  
Location New Haven WIC  
About the Organization Community First Health Centers is a non-profit, Federal Qualified Community Health Center. We have been providing health care services through our nation's health center program since 1975. We service Macomb and St. Clair counties with offices in Algonac, New Haven & Port Huron. While our focus will always be on the underserved, our doors are open to the entire community in which we practice. Our mission is to provide high quality, patient centered health care that is respectful, compassionate and accessible to all members of our community. Our care is customized to each patient and offered in a 'patient first' atmosphere with exceptional customer service.  
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://CommunityFirstHealthCenters.appone.com



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