The Public/Community Health Nurse (PHN) is responsible forthe mental and physical well-being of the community by ensuring the public’shealth through health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, and education.They can work in a variety of institutions such as the community, hospitals,clinics, or long-term care facilities while collaborating with stateregulators, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to keep the communitysafe and healthy.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Assesses health care trends in communities

　　Collaborates with emergency response planning and trainingwhen applicable

　　Works with public health officials to help communitiesaccess and receive care

　　Provides immunizations and health screenings to all populationsin the community

　　Provides patient and community education

　　Monitors and delivers high-quality patient care

　　Records and analyzes medical data in various communities

　　Evaluates the health of patients and develops treatmentplans in collaboration with medical providers and multidisciplinary teammembers

　　Participates in the evaluation and documentation of patientsand care

　　Assists in developing, evaluating, and implementingprofessional development education

　　Refers patients to other providers as needed

　　Manages budgets of public health facilities if applicable

　　Reviews the work of assigned team members for thoroughness,soundness of recommendations, and compliance with the standards, policies,procedures, and regulations of the CDC as well as the County Department ofPublic Health

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Active Nursing Licensure in the state practicing

　　Two (2) years of public health or community experiencepreferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency programwhen applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Location: Fairfax, VA

　　Long term care and home health experience preferred!

　　Reach out to Jordan at [email protected] or 703-270-6225 if you are interested!

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.