RN Community Based - FT - Day - LIFE Bordentown NJ

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

$72,592.00 - $0.00

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Overview

This position involves regular home visits to LIFE program participants in the area.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Triages and assesses Participants in the home clinic setting and providing education resources.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), including completion of initial medical history, physical exam, and functional nursing assessments of each new participant and semi-annual, annual, and unscheduled assessments; communicates changes in participant health or functional status to the interdisciplinary team members, and participates in development of the plan of care and coordination for 24-hour care delivery.
• Participates in daily program activities and provides comprehensive plan of care to meet participant needs and promote optimum health, independence and self-care.
• Communicates, counsels and guides participants and families regarding service needs and concerns; makes referrals as appropriate.
• Collaborates with Clinic RNs and RN Case Managers, and PCPs regarding care delivered to Participants in the clinic and any transitions of care, through verbal and electronic communication.
• Maintains current written/electronic records and documents related to participant care.
• Actively serves on the Quality Committee. Involved in the development and implementation of QAPI activities.
• Conducts comprehensive nursing assessment of participants, at appropriate intervals, at times of status changes Registered Nurse (RN) and as needed with each participant, family members and caregivers

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's degree or graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
• One year working with the frail elderly population. One year home care experience preferred.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Valid Driver's License
• Registered Nurse – NJ or Registered Nurse – NLC multi-state

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Continuous physical demands include:
• Lifting Floor to Waist 30 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 30 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

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This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)