Community Health Nurse

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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The clinician functions with demonstrated expertise in the delivery of direct nursing care to children with a variety of health care needs within the school setting. With advanced clinical knowledge and skill, partners with physicians, nurse practitioners, school support staff and school administrators, and other Community Health team members or community resources to promote, maintain and restore health, prevent illness, affect rehabilitation and provide education to students, families, school staff and the community.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a BSN (preferred) or an ADN (with successful completion of a DPI approved Public & Community Health course within 90 days of hire) in order to meet the recommended entry level for a professional nurse.
• Two years of nursing experience or 1 year of nursing experience plus directly applicable clinical experience as acquired through school
• A current RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Wisconsin.
• Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary necessary for assessment of health concerns, referral for appropriate medical advice, and to effectively interact with health team members, students and families preferred.
• Previous experience in community health preferred.
• The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services.
• Able to comprehend and apply triage/ protocols to perform the above prescribed essential functions.
• Able to manage a fast-paced service load while paying attention to detail.
• Demonstrated computer skills.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin