
Community Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Description
Community Care Registered Nurse (RN)
Department: Participant Care
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Ypsilanti, Mi
Reporting To: Jennifer Calvert
Compensation: $70,000 - $77,000 / year
Description
Department: Huron Valley PACE | Ypsilanti, MI
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct nursing assessments and complete required documentation in accordance with PACE standards.
- Triage participant concerns by phone and determine appropriate interventions.
- Perform fall risk and other required clinical assessments.
- Identify participant needs, set priorities, and initiate referrals or follow-up as needed.
- Interpret and document diagnostic results using sound clinical judgment.
- Participate in IDT meetings and contribute to participant care planning.
- Complete in-home assessments for prospective participants as assigned.
- Complete initial, semi-annual, and annual nursing assessments prior to IDT meetings.
- Develop and update individualized care plans using the nursing process and interdisciplinary input.
- Collaborate with participants and families in care plan development.
- Communicate changes in participant condition to the IDT in a timely manner.
- Provide nursing care in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies.
- Administer prescribed treatments and procedures, including IV therapy, tube feedings, and wound care.
- Manage medications, including reconciliation, coordination with pharmacy, and participant education.
- Educate participants and families on coordination of 24-hour care services.
- Respond to emergency situations and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
- Coordinate participant care across settings, including tracking hospital admissions and discharges.
- Ensure accurate, timely documentation and report infections per established protocols.
- Conduct home visits.
- Follow clinic workflows and participate in meetings and huddles as directed.
- Delegate nursing care appropriately and support team collaboration.
- Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives and promote safe, cost-effective care practices.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.
- CPR certification required (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Valid Michigan driver’s license with reliable transportation.
- Ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds independently.
- Three (3) years of nursing experience in a healthcare setting.
- At least one (1) year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.
Job Benefits
- Career Growth & Development – Advance your career with tuition assistance and school scholarships up to $3,000 per semester.
- Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed 120 a year!
- Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
- Generous 6 weeks of Flexible time off per year—plus paid holidays on top of that.
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
- Mileage Reimbursement – Offered for work-related travel.
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