St. Paul's Senior Services
Clinic RN
St. Paul's Senior Services, El Cajon, California, United States, 92021
St. Paul's PACE Nemeth - El Cajon, 1306 BROADWAY, EL CAJON, California, United States of America
Req #2441Wednesday, August 21, 2024
San Diego’s St. Paul's PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). This innovative program is for individuals 55 years or older, who are living with chronic illness, or disabilities and need coordinated medical care to continue living as independently as possible in their home and community. The healthcare teams at St. Paul’s PACE provide a hands-on approach coordinating medical, social, and home care services so individuals no longer need to manage their medical care alone.This is a full time position in the clinic. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the RN Clinic Supervisor, uses and demonstrates detailed nursing assessments skills, including a comprehensive Initial, Semiannual and Annual nursing assessment and triaging participants as needed in the PACE Clinic. Participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the care plan and contributes to the evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each client. Actively takes part in implementing a summary on each client to help the state determine Nursing Home Level of Care. Administers medications, implements primary care orders, and evaluates participant complaints physically or by phone and report findings to physician. Provides education to participants and caregivers in regards to care plan, nursing treatments or medications. Communicates participant’s condition to primary care givers, physician and multidisciplinary team.Qualifications and Requirements:Education:
Graduate of a school of professional nursing program required. Current California Registered Nurses License and CPR certification required. BSN preferred.Experience:
A minimum of one year’s experience in working with the frail or elderly population preferred. Certification preferred. Shall have either training or related experience in the job assigned.Skills/Knowledge:Broad knowledge base of health care problems of the frail elderly.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.Skilled in identifying problems and recommending solutions.Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports, and responding to correspondence.Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with medical staff, staff members and family caregivers.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Knowledge of medications used in geriatrics and adverse reactions.Skilled in wound care.Skilled in physical assessments and triaging.Physical Demands and Working Conditions:Physical Requirements:
Shall be in good mental and physical health, and capable of performing assigned tasks. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing, walking, pushing, bending, kneeling and reaching at arm’s length and overhead in clinic, rehab department and in community for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to transfer participants needing maximum assist of one. Requires the ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull objects exceeding 150 pounds, using appropriate body mechanics.Visual, Hearing and Communication Requirements:
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to document care provided in participants’ service records. Must be able to communicate verbally with participants their treatment plan, team members and participants caregivers.Pressure Factor:
Requires working under occasional potential stressful conditions. May be exposed to working conditions that could be noisy, crowded and with fluctuating indoor temperatures. Moderate pressure to meet scheduled appointments while dealing with frail and confused participants.Environmental Conditions:
May be exposed to a risk of bodily injury through contact with moving instrumentation, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, bodily fluids, communicable diseases and any other conditions common in a clinic environment. Subject to participants that may have the potential for verbal or physical aggression. Subject to unpleasant odors.Duties and Responsibilities:Shall attend in-service education program, including orientation, skilled training and continuing education.In coordination with interdisciplinary team participates in planning and executing interventions in accordance of the plan of care.As needed conducts in person comprehensive initial, semiannual and annual nursing assessment. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each new client or update care plans for all semiannual and annual assessments.Determine nursing level of care in accordance to regulations as delegated by Clinic Supervisor performs basic nursing services.Maintains participants’ medical record and fulfills CESD charting and reporting requirements.Performs the administration of prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.Records all medications and treatments administered.Observes, records, and reports participant’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.Notification of the physician of any marked change in the participant’s condition.Instructs participants and family regarding medications and treatment instructions and care plan.Participates in administering participant vaccinations and TB testing. Will document and record appropriately.As designated by Clinic Supervisor assists other staff in clinic in daily appointments and emergencies.Lists needed clinic services supplies on supply list as appropriate.Effectively communicates in interdisciplinary team meetings, medical team meetings or any other meetings as assigned.Follows all CESD Policies and Procedures and OSHA safety guidelines.Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families.Practices Universal precautions and follows appropriate Infection Control procedures.Maintains safe working environment. Follows CESD Safety Policies and Procedures.Participates in and supports Quality Improvement initiatives.Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings.Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.Performs other duties as required or requested.You Make Us Who We Are!At St. Paul’s Senior Services, we believe a diverse workforce has driven our history of enriching the lives of senior communities in San Diego, which is why we are committed to cultivating an environment where you feel empowered, supported and respected. By valuing your unique perspective, voice, strengths, experience and background, we aim to foster a culture where you feel included and comfortable being your true self. You matter!St. Paul's is the leading provider of caring senior services since 1960. We have locations throughout San Diego County including 5 in San Diego (Bankers Hill), 2 in Chula Vista, and 1 in El Cajon. St. Paul's strives to be the most outstanding and innovative senior home and service provider in California. We are dedicated to serving the physical, spiritual and social needs of the elderly and community, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the highest quality facilities, health care and programs consistent with affordable costs.YOU MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAR FINGERPRINTS THROUGH DOJ AND FBI IN ADDITION TO A DRUG SCREEN CLEARANCE.
St. Paul’s Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Req #2441Wednesday, August 21, 2024
San Diego’s St. Paul's PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). This innovative program is for individuals 55 years or older, who are living with chronic illness, or disabilities and need coordinated medical care to continue living as independently as possible in their home and community. The healthcare teams at St. Paul’s PACE provide a hands-on approach coordinating medical, social, and home care services so individuals no longer need to manage their medical care alone.This is a full time position in the clinic. Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the RN Clinic Supervisor, uses and demonstrates detailed nursing assessments skills, including a comprehensive Initial, Semiannual and Annual nursing assessment and triaging participants as needed in the PACE Clinic. Participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the care plan and contributes to the evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each client. Actively takes part in implementing a summary on each client to help the state determine Nursing Home Level of Care. Administers medications, implements primary care orders, and evaluates participant complaints physically or by phone and report findings to physician. Provides education to participants and caregivers in regards to care plan, nursing treatments or medications. Communicates participant’s condition to primary care givers, physician and multidisciplinary team.Qualifications and Requirements:Education:
Graduate of a school of professional nursing program required. Current California Registered Nurses License and CPR certification required. BSN preferred.Experience:
A minimum of one year’s experience in working with the frail or elderly population preferred. Certification preferred. Shall have either training or related experience in the job assigned.Skills/Knowledge:Broad knowledge base of health care problems of the frail elderly.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.Skilled in identifying problems and recommending solutions.Skilled in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports, and responding to correspondence.Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with medical staff, staff members and family caregivers.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Knowledge of medications used in geriatrics and adverse reactions.Skilled in wound care.Skilled in physical assessments and triaging.Physical Demands and Working Conditions:Physical Requirements:
Shall be in good mental and physical health, and capable of performing assigned tasks. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing, walking, pushing, bending, kneeling and reaching at arm’s length and overhead in clinic, rehab department and in community for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to transfer participants needing maximum assist of one. Requires the ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull objects exceeding 150 pounds, using appropriate body mechanics.Visual, Hearing and Communication Requirements:
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to document care provided in participants’ service records. Must be able to communicate verbally with participants their treatment plan, team members and participants caregivers.Pressure Factor:
Requires working under occasional potential stressful conditions. May be exposed to working conditions that could be noisy, crowded and with fluctuating indoor temperatures. Moderate pressure to meet scheduled appointments while dealing with frail and confused participants.Environmental Conditions:
May be exposed to a risk of bodily injury through contact with moving instrumentation, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, bodily fluids, communicable diseases and any other conditions common in a clinic environment. Subject to participants that may have the potential for verbal or physical aggression. Subject to unpleasant odors.Duties and Responsibilities:Shall attend in-service education program, including orientation, skilled training and continuing education.In coordination with interdisciplinary team participates in planning and executing interventions in accordance of the plan of care.As needed conducts in person comprehensive initial, semiannual and annual nursing assessment. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each new client or update care plans for all semiannual and annual assessments.Determine nursing level of care in accordance to regulations as delegated by Clinic Supervisor performs basic nursing services.Maintains participants’ medical record and fulfills CESD charting and reporting requirements.Performs the administration of prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.Records all medications and treatments administered.Observes, records, and reports participant’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.Notification of the physician of any marked change in the participant’s condition.Instructs participants and family regarding medications and treatment instructions and care plan.Participates in administering participant vaccinations and TB testing. Will document and record appropriately.As designated by Clinic Supervisor assists other staff in clinic in daily appointments and emergencies.Lists needed clinic services supplies on supply list as appropriate.Effectively communicates in interdisciplinary team meetings, medical team meetings or any other meetings as assigned.Follows all CESD Policies and Procedures and OSHA safety guidelines.Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families.Practices Universal precautions and follows appropriate Infection Control procedures.Maintains safe working environment. Follows CESD Safety Policies and Procedures.Participates in and supports Quality Improvement initiatives.Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings.Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.Performs other duties as required or requested.You Make Us Who We Are!At St. Paul’s Senior Services, we believe a diverse workforce has driven our history of enriching the lives of senior communities in San Diego, which is why we are committed to cultivating an environment where you feel empowered, supported and respected. By valuing your unique perspective, voice, strengths, experience and background, we aim to foster a culture where you feel included and comfortable being your true self. You matter!St. Paul's is the leading provider of caring senior services since 1960. We have locations throughout San Diego County including 5 in San Diego (Bankers Hill), 2 in Chula Vista, and 1 in El Cajon. St. Paul's strives to be the most outstanding and innovative senior home and service provider in California. We are dedicated to serving the physical, spiritual and social needs of the elderly and community, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the highest quality facilities, health care and programs consistent with affordable costs.YOU MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAR FINGERPRINTS THROUGH DOJ AND FBI IN ADDITION TO A DRUG SCREEN CLEARANCE.
St. Paul’s Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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