RN to Perform VA Client Assessments

This job description outlines the objective, primary responsibilities and requirements and qualifications of the Registered Nurse. This description is not meant to be an exhaustive list of services, as the duties to be performed will vary. Objective: At the direction of the agency the Contracted RN will oversee the care of clients and monitor aides, perform nursing assessments, and write, monitor, and update care plans for VA Clients. Job Responsibilities: Complete all documentation for nursing assessments, observations, and planning evaluation pertaining to clients. •Evaluate clients on a regular basis and/or as necessary to ensure client needs are consistent with the care plan •Coordinate with management on implementing and revising operational procedures related to quality client care •Utilize professional assessment skills to identify physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of client and be able to develop a care plan to meet these needs in a multi-disciplinary approach •Function as a resource and mentor to peers and subordinates to maintain professional nursing standards •Act on client’s behalf to assure patient rights •Be aware of home safety issues, strive to accomplish all responsibilities in a safe manner, and consistently reinforce good safety attitude and practices displayed by other staff members •Respond promptly to any client complaints concerning a caregiver, document complaints, review complaints with the scheduling team, and take appropriate action with the caregiver •Coach all staff in proper safety procedures and consistently reinforce Qualifications •Able to work as a team member •Able to maintain confidential information •Able to communicate effectively with the company staff, the clients, VA of Long Beach and clients’ families •Able to handle occasional physical and verbal mistreatment from clients in an appropriate professional manner at all times •Able to supervise (instruct, assign work, etc.) nursing assistants •Excellent verbal and communication skills, adaptable in different situations, and possess excellent client interaction skills •Able to multi-task and work independently Education and Experience •Bachelor of science in nursing •Current RN licensure •CPR certification •Must maintain CEU requirements as required by the Board of Nursing I understand that this is a general, not fully inclusive list of those duties I might be asked to perform. I agree that I will check with my supervisor if I am unsure about my responsibilities. I have thoroughly read and understand the duties of this position description. Pay Rate: TBD based on fair rate of pay by the VA at the time of client assignment. $75-100 per hour