Registered Nurse - PACE
About The Position
Participates as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans that meet the objectives, standards and policies of the PACE model of care. Demonstrates proficiency in administering nursing care in a professional and respectful manner with the goal of assisting frail elders to remain living in the community for as long as they can do so safely. Responsible for initial and ongoing assessment of health and nursing needs of PACE participants. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with fellow employee, managers, and other department employees to maximize positive employee relations and productivity. Exhibits appropriate communication skills necessary for ages served (adult/geriatric). Proactively involves the healthcare team in the care of the participant. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to meet the needs of the participant and family.
Requirements
- Associates Nursing Degree required; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- Registered Nurse License
- Minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population.
- Compliance with any federal or State requirements for direct patient care staff in their respective settings.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Pass a criminal background check.
- Medically cleared of communicable diseases and up to date with immunizations.
- Ability to be able to quickly recognize situation/problems before they become acute, and to be able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
Responsibilities
- Participates as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans
- Administering nursing care in a professional and respectful manner
- Responsible for initial and ongoing assessment of health and nursing needs of PACE participants
- Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with fellow employee, managers, and other department employees to maximize positive employee relations and productivity
- Proactively involves the healthcare team in the care of the participant
- Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to meet the needs of the participant and family
Benefits
- competitive pay
- generous leave policy
- family friendly work environment
- 15 paid holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Retirement
- Short- and Long-term disability benefits
- Critical Illness, Accident and Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
