The community health nurse will assess needs of individuals, families, groups, determine a plan to meet those needs, implement that plan and then evaluate the results. The emphasis is on promotion of health and prevention of disease. This classification is distinguished by the greater amount of independence in clinic nursing as the primary provider of nursing services to individuals throughout the county. A great deal of judgment is used in determining needs that differ with each client, recognizing and responding to those deviations. Current Oregon Registered Nurse License and at time of appointment, must possess a valid Oregon driver's license.
Employee shares common exposure to communicable disease.
A moderate amount of driving is required.