Registered Nurse (RN) -NO WEEKENDS

UNITED COMMUNITY CENTER • Milwaukee, WI

5d

About The Position

Coordinate and manage care for elderly participants enrolled in the Family Care Program. The role includes assessing participants’ health and functional needs, developing and revising care plans, educating members and their support networks, coordinating services and supplies, consulting with social workers about health care needs, and managing medications.

The position involves client visits and work-related travel throughout scheduled work hours. The work environment has moderate to occasionally loud noise. Frequent walking, standing, stair use, and lifting are required; lifting may be up to 15 pounds. Standard office equipment is used.

Requirements

• Be certified as a Registered Nurse with the State of Wisconsin.
• Have excellent written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Have strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Be dependable, flexible, and detail-oriented, with basic computer knowledge.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Excel, Word, and Google Forms.
• Be able to prioritize tasks and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Be able to address criticism appropriately and develop constructive outcomes.
• Demonstrate sustained effort and enthusiasm in the quality and quantity of work.
• Be able to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with staff, clients, and the community.
• Have access to reliable transportation for client visits and other work-related travel. Employees using a personal vehicle for work must maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
• Meet the physical requirements, including frequent walking, standing, stair use, and lifting up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• An associate’s degree in nursing or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Previous experience working with elderly and disabled people is an advantage.
• Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability is highly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare initial assessments, including physical assessments and reviews of medical history, functional abilities, and nutritional status.
• Conduct ongoing risk management and health assessments according to Milwaukee County Department of Aging guidelines, client needs, and level of care.
• Develop care plans and revise them every six months.
• Provide health education to members, families, and/or caretakers.
• Coordinate medical, nursing, home health, equipment, supply, and other services.
• Serve as a consultant to social workers regarding health care needs and concerns.
• Manage medications.
• Complete accident reports when necessary.
• Travel to client visits and other work-related locations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree