Community Nurse for Nixon Adult Day Center

Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Community Nurse at <PERSON> Adult Day Center, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults requiring compassionate, comprehensive care. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to provide vital nursing services within a vibrant community setting. As a Community Nurse, you will be at the forefront of promoting health, managing chronic conditions, and supporting individuals with diverse needs in a supportive environment. Your energy and commitment will help foster independence and enhance quality of life for our participants every day.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, and health evaluations to develop personalized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments following established protocols, including injections, IV infusions, and wound care such as suturing and ostomy management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards such as HIPAA and NCQA standards.
• Provide health education and coaching tailored to individual needs, including memory care, geriatrics, behavioral health, and chronic disease management.
• Monitor for acute pain or emergent health issues, triaging appropriately and facilitating referrals to emergency services or primary care providers when necessary.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation using EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems like Epic or Cerner; ensure all records are complete and compliant with legal requirements.
• Support community outreach initiatives by working with individuals with developmental disabilities or those in assisted living environments to promote wellness and safety.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license LVN with current registration in the state of practice.
• Proven experience in long-term care settings such as nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
• Strong clinical skills including IV insertion, medication administration, aseptic technique, wound suturing, and catheter care.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; experience with ICD coding (ICD-9/10) is preferred.
• Knowledge of complex healthcare areas including hospice & palliative medicine, trauma medicine (Level I & II trauma centers), infectious disease care, and acute care environments like ICU or emergency room experience.
• Excellent patient assessment skills with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Compassionate approach working with diverse populations including seniors, individuals with disabilities, memory care patients, and those requiring behavioral health support. Join us in creating a nurturing community where every individual receives personalized attention that promotes dignity and independence! This paid position offers a rewarding opportunity to utilize your nursing expertise while making a positive impact on our community’s well-being.

Pay: $22.67 - $30.91 per hour

Work Location: In person