Rn Jobs in San Jose, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Massachusetts nursing license.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population.

Nice To Haves

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.
• At least two years of experience in an ambulatory, home health, hospital, or sub-acute setting preferred; equivalent training or related experience will be considered.
• Prior experience in an interdisciplinary team setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, assess, plan, and construct nursing care delivered to participants.
• Assess participants by obtaining histories, performing appropriate tests, gathering observations from participants and caregivers, and consulting with interdisciplinary team members.
• Teach patients and families about healthcare regimens, disease and wellness, tests and results, medications, diet, exercise, and other parts of the care plan.
• Safely administer medications, tests, and treatments as ordered, and manage medication refills with appropriate provider authorization.
• Provide and coordinate health teaching for individuals, families, and groups to maintain the best possible level of health.
• Complete biannual and status-change nursing assessments for an assigned panel of participants in accordance with Care Planning Policy.
• Document problems, goals, and interventions in participant care plans.
• Use assessment tools, including PACE Nurse Assessment and Medication Management, to collect data.