Casual Registered Nurse

Community LIFE•New Kensington, PA

10h•$34 - $40•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Casual Registered Nurse (CRN) will assess the need for, and coordinate the delivery of, nursing care and home/personal care. The CRN must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned responsibilities according to the standards of practice in gerontological nursing and Community LIFE standards. The CRN must be able to travel to assignments as needed, covering multiple service areas as assigned. This is a casual position with a minimum requirement of 16 hours worked per month. We are looking for a candidate with flexibility, as this position will cover vacations, call offs, etc, so as much availability on days, evenings and weekends is preferred. Community LIFE is committed to supporting older adults (55+) in living independently within their communities. We provide comprehensive, compassionate care through a team-based approach that prioritizes dignity, quality of life, and personalized support.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Active RN license in Pennsylvania
Valid PA driver’s license
Minimum 1 year of experience with frail or elderly populations (home care, long-term care, or community health preferred)

Responsibilities

Assists RN Case Manager in the coordination of care to minimize or eliminate unnecessary inpatient care and accomplish smooth transitions to and from home.
Interacts and works closely with clinic, day center, and home care staff to coordinate comprehensive participant care.
Documents care provided and changes in a participant’s condition in a timely manner, according to accepted professional standards and the organization’s medical records policies.
Provides nursing care and prescribed treatments and demonstrates nursing care to participants and caregivers/families.
Assumes clinic nurse responsibilities as needed in the absence of the clinic nurses