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Part-Time Wellness Nurse 2026-049

City of Chicopee -
Chicopee, MA

Job Details

Full-time
$28.73 - $37.61 an hour

Benefits

Retirement plan

Qualifications

RN License

Full Job Description

City of Chicopee

Position:

Wellness Nurse

Department: Council on Aging

Employment Status: Non-Exempt; UFCW 1459 Admin; Full-Time

(14 Hours/Week)

Pay Grade: Grade A11: Step 01 - Step 04

Salary Range: $28.73/Hour - $37.61/Hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Certifications/Licenses Required: Masters Degree In Nursing (Or four or more years of related expierence), Current license to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

SUMMARY

The City of Chicopee’s Council on Aging Department is hiring a Part-Time Wellness Nurse who will provide on one consultation with older adults and/or their families and/or their physician/pharmacist. The Nurse also provides the same services to frail homebound older adults. Responsible for all record keeping and follow-ups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

Provides initial assessments to Chicopee residents who are sixty (60) years or older.
Follow-up, monitors and makes referrals, as necessary. Counsels clients and/or family regarding health care and problems.
Tests blood sugar levels, high blood pressure, anemia, weight loss or gain and/or depression, as necessary.
Informs older adults on proper medication management, medication information, instruction, instruction on use of medical equipment, give Vitamin B-12 shots as prescribed by a physician, does dressing changes and does assessment for unhealthy use of alcohol and/or prescription drugs. Provide nutrition counseling based upon evidence-based programs.
Keeps accurate health records on each client.
Orders all supplies necessary for operation of the Wellness Center
Performs physical exams.
Informs the Social Services Coordinator and/or other staff as appropriate of any changes in the elder's well-being or follow up that might be necessary.
Advocates or informs physicians and/or family and/or other health services of any follow-up care which the client might need.
Orders necessary supplies.
Facilities various support groups, including a support group for diabetics.
Plans for health promotional programs.
Provides in-home nursing services for those who have no alternative.
Performs other duties as required.

(See attached for full job description)

QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse Master’s Degree (M.A) – Required
- Or four or more years related experience and/or training of direct care nursing elders; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current license to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in Commonwealth of Massachusetts. - Required

BENEFITS

The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following:

Recurring Sick Time,

Vacation,

Thirteen Holidays Per Year,

Retirement Plan, and more…

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following:

‘Indeed Apply’

Select: “Download Application” under “Tools”

Human Resources Department

Chicopee City Hall – 1st Floor

274 Front Street

Chicopee, MA, 01013

Questions?

Phone: (413) 594-1510

Email: [email protected]

The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work Location: In person

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