Community Nurse
Company: Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Community Nurse
DEPARTMENT: Catholic Housing and Community Services FLSA STATUS:
Exempt Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm Primary Purpose of
Job: The Community Nurse will be responsible for providing care,
education, and programming to foster the health and well-being of
seniors. Essential Job Functions Administrative Develop this
program and create policies, procedures and forms. Collaborate to
identify outcome measurements and metrics. Direct Service and
Intervention Provide early intervention and rapid assessment of
acute symptoms. Conduct health assessments of clients to identify
health, barriers to care, and needs. Develop and implement health
plans for individuals and work with seniors, family members and
coworkers to follow up and monitor progress. Perform medicine
reconciliation and compliance support. Connect seniors with PCPs.
Provide support with telehealth appointments and assistance with
hospital to home transitions. Provide care coordination with
client, family, coworkers, and healthcare professionals. Document
patient care and maintain accurate records. Administer medications
and facilitate vaccine clinics. Education Develop and implement
health promotion activities and educational programs at programs
and housing sites. Provide training, education, and consultation to
coworkers who are addressing comprehensive needs. Provide safety
training for new staff. Write monthly newsletter to educate staff.
Other Job Functions Responsible to be knowledgeable and to
implement the Mission and Philosophy of the Archdiocese and
organization within the scope of responsibility. Adhere to
established policies and procedures for Catholic Charities of
Philadelphia at all times. Treat all consumers/clients/residents,
staff, volunteers, visitors, and community partners with dignity
and respect. Attend meetings, trainings, and events, as
needed/assigned. Remain current with Archdiocesan priorities,
current legislation, professional literature, and practice
standards to ensure quality interventions and outcomes. Provide
services to a diverse community, with sensitivity to the cultural
norms, traditions, preferences, etc. of consumers and other
stakeholders. Demonstrate high standards of attendance and
timeliness. Perform other duties as assigned by management
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Education Registered Nurse (RN) or
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree required
Experience/Abilities Current nursing licensure in Pennsylvania.
Minimum of two years’ experience in community health nursing
preferred Interest in working with seniors. Knowledge of public
health principles and practices. Ability to work independently and
as part of a team. Proficient in electronic health records and
Microsoft Office Suite. Valid driver’s license and reliable,
insured transportation Strong interpersonal and communication
skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Effective
problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. Bilingual and
knowledge of gerontology is a plus. Physical Requirements (with or
without the aid of mechanical devices) Sit, stand, bend, lift and
move intermittently during work hours. Must be able to lift, push,
pull and move equipment, supplies, etc up to 50 pounds. Work
Environment Must function independently and have flexibility and
personal integrity. Willingness to travel daily and work in a
variety of sites. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved
with participants, personnel, and visitors, under all circumstances
and conditions. This job description is not intended to provide an
all-inclusive listing of job activities. Incumbent may be requested
by management to perform other related activities in place of or in
addition to those representative activities noted in this job
description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s
right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job
at any time.
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