Registered Nurse

Beacon of LIFE - A Program of All-Inclusive Care For The Elderly (PACE). The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served at home in their community whenever possible. Currently, we are looking for a Registered Nurse - Clinic to join our Team. Position Summary: Coordinates nursing care for participants 24/7 in the center, clinic and/or at the participants' homes. Ensures the clinic operates daily in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Services and physician. Delegates appropriately to Center Aides and Clinic Nursing Assistants. Provide care in the assessment room as needed including medication administration. Ensures medical equipment is available and in working order daily. Ensures the clinic and assessment room are stocked appropriately to meet regulations and participant needs. Basic Qualifications: Education: Associate Degree RN Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree preferred. Professional Certification preferred. Experience: Minimum 1 year experience working with the frail and elderly in acute, long-term care, ambulatory or community-based setting. Experience with paperless documentation preferred. Licensure/Certification: New Jersey RN License BLS Certification Valid New Jersey driver's license and proof of insurance General Responsibilities: Contribute to increasing participants' satisfaction by developing and maintaining positive relationships with co-workers, participants and their families/significant others, and members of the community. Provide nursing care for participants in the Center, Clinic and at their homes to promote safe, high-quality service 24/7. Evaluate the competence of all CNAs and CHHAs initially during orientation and on an ongoing basis in accordance with policy. Complete timely and accurate nursing assessments in accordance with policies and requirements of the state. Participate in 24/7 "on-call" process for triage of participants and their needs. Work collaboratively with other team members, especially the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement the nursing and home care components of the comprehensive interdisciplinary team plan of care Function as RN in clinic; assisting participants, physicians &/or NPs with clinic visits, appointments, and care Maintains the clinic and assessment room with appropriate supplies and equipment. Ensures all infection control practices are adhered to by all participants and staff in the center and clinic Participate in all interdisciplinary team meetings: Complete initial RN assessment and reassessment face to face as part of the interdisciplinary team Contribute to the care plan for nursing needs by the participants. Review and revises goals and approaches to participants care in coordination with interdisciplinary team. Assist the interdisciplinary team members in understanding the significant nursing, self-care and functional needs related to the participant's health problems. Communicate with other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate follow up of nursing interventions. Monitor effectiveness and outcomes regularly and keep the team informed as to participant progress and status regarding level of service. Assesses the participant /family understanding and capacity to manage self-care or family provided care. Assist in developing and maintaining written job descriptions for nursing personnel, and assigning duties based on education, training, competencies, and job descriptions. Participate in family meetings, staff meetings, in-service and training and orientation programs as required. Follow all PACE Program Policies and Procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines. Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of all company procedures and information about employees, participants, and families. Practice standard precautions and follow PACE Program Infection Control protocols. Perform other duties as required or requested. Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm 40 hours