The RN will conduct home visits to assess and educate participants, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and develop care plans. They will also maintain documentation and participate in quality improvement activities.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an associate's degree in nursing, with a BSN preferred, and at least one year of experience working with the frail elderly population. A valid RN license in New Jersey and BLS certification are also required.
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.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Vision Plan
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Prescription Drug Coverage
Disability Benefits
Dental Plan
Medical Plan
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Paid Time-Off Program
Basic Group Term Life Insurance
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 IND123.
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) Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD) Employee Assistance Program Commuter Transit Commuter Parking Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child Voluntary Legal Services Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Paid Time-Off Program The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity.
Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.
The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare.
Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.
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