Registered Nurse, Level of Care - PACE West LA

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The Brandman Centers for Senior Care (BCSC), a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), provides high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services. We are a program of Los Angeles Jewish Health, renowned for providing quality care to vulnerable seniors.

The responsibilities of the Level of Care R.N. include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

Conducts initial home visits to perform nursing evaluations for Level of Care assessments.
Completes initial and annual Level of Care assessments and submits them to the State for approval; manages corrections and updates as needed.
Coordinates with the Home Care Coordinator to support participant care at home.
Monitors participants’ health status and social functioning, identifies problems or needs, sets priorities, addresses issues requiring immediate referral or follow-up, and interprets and records diagnostic results as necessary.
Attends Interdisciplinary Team meetings and other meetings as assigned by the RN Clinic Supervisor.
In collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team and as directed by the Clinic Supervisor RN, helps develop a Plan of Care that incorporates both immediate and ongoing care needs, integrating the perspectives of the participant and their family.
Provides care in accordance with accepted practice standards, considering the age-related characteristics and needs of participants, as assigned by the Clinic Supervisor RN.
Delivers direct care as assigned by the Clinic Supervisor RN, including, but not limited to: wound care, IV therapy, blood sugar checks, IM injections, vital sign monitoring, and follow-up care for issues previously identified by the Primary Care Physician (e.g., Congestive Heart Failure, chest pain, dehydration, edema, urinary tract infection, or other health concerns).
Records participant assessments, reassessments, and care provided in the medical record.
Consults with and educates the participant, family members, and/or caregivers regarding disease processes, self-care techniques, prevention strategies, and medical interventions as needed.
Provides the Primary Care Physician with a summary of health findings and any changes in the participant’s condition.
Ensures that all tests, lab work, and diagnostic studies ordered by the Primary Care Physician are completed, as assigned by the RN Clinic Supervisor.
Coordinates all medication management for BCSC, including stocking non-prescription medications, ordering prescription medications, administering medication in the PACE Center, and monitoring participant compliance. Arranges for delivery of necessary medications and supplies to the participant’s home.
Experience and Skills:

Degree and Diplomas: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing; a BS in Nursing is preferred.

Certificates Licenses: Currently licensed by the California Board of Registered Nursing. TB screening and successful completion of a health examination by a healthcare provider are required for employment. A valid California driver's license is also required.

Experience: At least two (2) years of experience as an RN, preferably in home or community health care; at least one (1) year of experience working with frail and elderly populations.

Skills Aptitudes: Nursing knowledge and skills required to treat participants and manage complex clinical situations. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an Interdisciplinary Team.

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