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Prestige Care

Area Community Nurse - RN

Salem, OR · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Regional RN Clinical Coordinator supports multiple communities, providing RN services to include on-call support and phone triage, nursing assessments, evaluating and documenting significant ...

Central Coast Local Health District

$37.83 - $41.10/hr

Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a dedicated and caring Enrolled Nurse - Community Nurse Assisted Transfer (CNAT) to join our team. About the Opportunity As an Enrolled Nurse, work ...

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How much do community nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for community nurse in the United States is $78,995.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $90,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Nurse, you need a nursing degree, RN licensure, and expertise in primary care, health assessments, and chronic disease management. Familiarity with mobile health technologies, electronic health records (EHRs), and community health reporting systems is typical. Outstanding interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work independently make a Community Nurse especially effective. These skills ensure that nurses can deliver accessible, patient-centered care and address diverse health needs within community settings.

What are some typical challenges community nurses face when working in patients' homes?

Community nurses often encounter challenges such as managing unpredictable environments, addressing diverse patient needs, and working independently without immediate support from colleagues. They must adapt quickly to different home settings, which may lack medical equipment or present safety concerns. Additionally, community nurses coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and family members, requiring strong communication and organizational skills to ensure continuity of care.

What is the difference between Community Nurse vs District Nurse?

AspectCommunity NurseDistrict Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN), often with additional community health certificationsRegistered Nurse (RN), often with community or district nursing qualifications
Work EnvironmentCommunity clinics, patient homes, health centersPatient homes, community clinics, health visiting settings
Employer & IndustryPublic health agencies, NHS trusts, community health organizationsLocal health authorities, NHS trusts, community health services

Both Community Nurses and District Nurses are registered nurses working in community settings, providing care in patients' homes and health centers. While their roles overlap significantly, District Nurses typically focus on home visits for patients with chronic conditions, whereas Community Nurses may have broader roles including health promotion and working in various community settings.

What does a community nurse do?

A community nurse provides healthcare services to patients in their homes or local communities, including health assessments, wound care, chronic disease management, and health education. They often work independently, coordinate with other healthcare professionals, and require relevant certifications such as a nursing license. Their role focuses on promoting health and preventing illness outside of hospital settings.
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Infographic showing various Community Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,995 per year, or $38 per hour.

Area Community Nurse - RN

Salem, OR • On-site

Prestige Care
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
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$90K - $110K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Must be able to travel locally within region
POSITION SUMMARY
The Regional RN Clinical Coordinator ensures that resident care needs are met by coordinating and ensuring assessments are completed and all residents have accurate service plans at assigned locations as requested by regional or community leadership. Provide training and education of staff in all areas of health-related services, policies and procedures as assigned. The Regional RN Clinical Coordinator supports multiple communities, providing RN services to include on-call support and phone triage, nursing assessments, evaluating and documenting significant changes in condition, performing wound assessments, and conducting on-site routine clinical reviews.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Completes or oversees nursing assessments required for significant changes of condition, in accordance with applicable regulations. Assesses health, functional and psychosocial status of residents. Participates in the development of individualized service plans
  2. Supports multiple communities as assigned, providing RN oversight and ensuring timely completion of required nursing evaluations and documentation. Responsibilities include phone triage, on-call support, wound assessments, significant change evaluations, and routine clinical reviews
  3. Provides training of staff in health-related services including but not limited to providing personal care and medication management
  4. Oversees the documentation and communication of resident care and services. Assists the management team to ensure resident records are completed in a timely manner and maintained according to company policies and state regulations
  5. Delegating nursing tasks may be required, as permitted under applicable state nursing laws and practice acts, with appropriate communication maintained with residents, their families, and health care practitioners
  6. Maintains and oversees medication services including staff training, staff oversight, pharmacy coordination, medication room and medication systems
  7. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all rules, regulations and policies pertaining to resident care. Stays informed of industry and health care trends and standards, applying new knowledge to meet the changing needs of residents. Seeks out additional expertise and advice when needed to assure residents' needs are met and proper practices followed
  8. Performs other duties as assigned

COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Demonstrates Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust
  2. Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents' families, visitors, and staff
  3. Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to residents, team members, the department/center/community, and company information and records
  4. Maintains a safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Must have current, unencumbered RN license in the state of practice. Experience in wound assessments, coordination of care, weight monitoring and interventions as needed, identifying and troubleshooting shooting for a change of condition required. Experience in geriatric nursing, medication administration, case management, and training and staff development preferred.
Delegation experience in the state assigned preferred.
EDUCATION
Registered Nurse license and Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing.
Who is Prestige Care/Prestige Senior Living?
Prestige Care is a family of over assisted living and memory care communities in Oregon and Washington. We are an organization of over 500 team members who serve thousands of residents, where we have the privilege of personally touching their lives every day.
We have four core values of integrity, trust, commitment, and respect that guide everything that we do. With a strong commitment to career development and advancement, Prestige Care is a employer that can help you achieve your career goals and objectives. With a healthcare career at Prestige Care, you will enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment where your work truly matters at the end of every day.
Summary of Benefits
Full-time team members are eligible forPrestige's comprehensive benefit package including choice of medical plans,HSA/FSA accounts, dental and vision insurance, and company paid life andAD&D insurance. All team members are eligible to participate in thecompany's retirement plans with a company match for those who meet the hoursand service requirements. Additional benefits include Employee AssistanceProgram and Education Reimbursement program.
PTO:
AL/PCI Salary: Accrue PTO at rate of 0.0615/hour during their first year/16 days.
PCI Hourly: Full-time and Part-Time team members (over20 hours/week) accrue PTO at rate of 0.0423/hour during their first year.

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