What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Nurse (Part Time) position at Oak Lawn United Methodist Church?
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a requirement for this position.
3 days per week, including 1 Sunday per month.
Position Summary
The Community Health Nurse serves as a compassionate and collaborative presence within the church and broader community by supporting health education, wellness initiatives, care coordination, and resource navigation. This role helps connect congregants, guests, and vulnerable neighbors with appropriate healthcare services while promoting dignity, hospitality, and holistic wellbeing.
This position requires a high degree of collaboration with Methodist Health System and other community partners to expand access to health resources, wellness programming, and care navigation within the church and community center environment.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide basic health screenings, wellness checks, and health education during church and outreach events
- Assist individuals in navigating healthcare systems, insurance resources, prescription access, and community services
- Maintain strong collaboration and communication with Methodist Health System and additional healthcare partners
- Attend regular staff meetings, partner meetings, care coordination conversations, and community collaboration gatherings
- Assist in planning, organizing, and administering health workshops, wellness classes, educational events, and community health initiatives
- Help establish and maintain a focused health and wellness space (“clinic” or dedicated care area) within the community center to support accessible and welcoming care services
- Support congregational care efforts through referrals, follow-up care coordination, and wellness advocacy
- Collaborate with pastoral staff and ministry leaders to identify community health needs
- Support outreach ministries serving unsheltered neighbors, recovery communities, LGBTQ individuals, and vulnerable populations
- Maintain appropriate documentation, confidentiality, and professional nursing standards
- Serve as a calm and informed presence during community events and emergency situations
- Build relationships with healthcare providers, clinics, hospitals, and nonprofit organizations
- Participate in periodic staff meetings and ministry planning conversations
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas
- Experience in community health, public health, case management, emergency care, behavioral health, or congregational nursing preferred
- Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills
- Ability to coordinate schedules, workshops, volunteers, and community wellness events
- Ability to work compassionately with diverse populations and individuals experiencing crisis or instability
- Commitment to inclusivity, hospitality, and justice-centered ministry values
- Comfortable working collaboratively within a faith-based environment
- CPR/BLS certification preferred
Preferred Skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency strongly preferred
- Familiarity with recovery communities, LGBTQ affirming care, and trauma-informed practices
- Experience developing community wellness programs or neighborhood-based health initiatives
- Experience creating welcoming and accessible health resource spaces within community settings
Physical Requirements
- Ability to move throughout the church campus and outreach environments
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Ability to stand, walk, and engage with community members for extended periods during events
Compensation
Hourly compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
About Oak Lawn UMC
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church is a progressive and inclusive congregation committed to radical hospitality, service, and justice. The church actively partners with community organizations and ministries to care for neighbors through outreach, recovery support, advocacy, and holistic wellness initiatives.
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40