Registered Nurse, Per Diem

Brio Living Services•Ypsilanti, MI

19d

About The Position

The Community Care Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and indirect care to Huron Valley PACE participants across the continuum. The RN works independently under the guidance of the Director of Clinical Services or designee, using clinical knowledge and judgment to manage complex situations, coordinate care, and take accountability for outcomes. The position involves work in both clinic and home care settings and is part of a collaborative team focused on high-quality, person-centered care. This is a per diem role with flexible days and no weekends, holidays, on-call, or mandatory shifts. The RN conducts assessments, develops and updates care plans, administers treatments, manages medications, responds to emergencies, coordinates care across settings, documents care, and participates in team and quality-improvement activities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.
CPR certification required, or ability to obtain it upon hire.
Valid Michigan driver’s license with reliable transportation.
Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds independently.
Three years of nursing experience in a healthcare setting.
At least one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.

Responsibilities

Conduct nursing assessments and complete required documentation in accordance with PACE standards.
Triage participant concerns by phone and determine appropriate interventions.
Perform fall-risk and other required clinical assessments.
Identify participant needs, set priorities, and initiate referrals or follow-up as needed.
Interpret and document diagnostic results using sound clinical judgment.
Participate in IDT meetings and contribute to participant care planning.
Complete in-home assessments for prospective participants as assigned.
Complete initial, semi-annual, and annual nursing assessments before IDT meetings.
Develop and update individualized care plans using the nursing process and interdisciplinary input.
Collaborate with participants and families in care plan development.
Communicate changes in participant condition to the IDT in a timely manner.
Provide nursing care in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies.
Administer prescribed treatments and procedures, including IV therapy, tube feedings, and wound care.
Manage medications, including reconciliation, pharmacy coordination, and participant education.
Educate participants and families about coordination of 24-hour care services.
Respond to emergency situations and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
Coordinate participant care across settings, including tracking hospital admissions and discharges.
Ensure accurate, timely documentation and report infections according to established protocols.
Conduct home visits.
Follow clinic workflows and participate in meetings and huddles as directed.
Delegate nursing care appropriately and support team collaboration.
Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and promote safe, cost-effective care practices.