Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

Shift:                  Mon to Fri, 8 am to 430 pm, includes on-call telephone support

Status:               Full time

Location:           Saint Francis LIFE College Avenue, Newark, DE

Incentives:        $ 2,500 Sign on Bonus

             

Position Purpose:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing oversight and management to the provision of service delivery to participants. Provide skilled nursing care, prescribe treatments, and develop appropriate plans of care to participants according to professional nursing standards and primary care orders.

Position Details:

This position qualifies for a $2500 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment.  The 3 installments are paid out over the two-year commitment period. 

This position will include work in the facility as well as some home care visits. Participation in on-call rotation for nights and weekends will also be required. On-call will be remote via telephone with no on-site reporting required.

What you will do:

• Provide skilled nursing care and prescribed treatments to participants according to professional nursing standards and primary care orders Complete participant nutritional assessments and reassessments as needed.
• 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.
• Participate in daily program activities and provides comprehensive plan of care to meet participant needs and promote optimum health, independence and self-care.
• Facilitate integration of new participants into the PACE program health care delivery system.
• Demonstrates nursing care to and instructs participants and families in treatments and other self-care interventions.
• Communicate, counsels and guides participants and families regarding service needs and concerns as well as providing education on health-related topics.

Minimum Qualifications:

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• Must be a graduate of an accredited Nursing Degree program and possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania.
• BSN preferred.  Active CPR Certification required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of demonstrated successful experience in related services with geriatric population.
• Valid driver's license in good standing and proof of insurance required.
• Must have the ability to perform standard clinical procedures according to established protocols and possess initiative, solid problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy and thoroughness in documenting the delivery of services.
• Demonstrates superior written, verbal communication and presentation skills.  Able to effectively communicate with those representing diverse perspectives. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook.  Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to change and be flexible with work priorities. 
• Position requires frequent kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, sitting, walking, bending and lifting.  Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift a minimum of 20 pounds if applicable.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and educational assistance.
• Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay.
• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
• Warm and supportive environment with a truly patient-centered focus.
• Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis LIFE College Avenue is a part of Trinity Health PACE.  Trinity Health PACE programs are nationally recognized for providing high quality, comprehensive care in the communities we serve.  We are one of the largest PACE providers in the country and a part of Trinity Health, which is one of the largest not for profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation.  

Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care alternatively have the option to receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants’ health.

At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses and fellow participants – all under one roof.

We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Our core values:  Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Safety, Justice, Stewardship, Integrity

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.