RN Lead

RN LeadThe RN Lead will work with a large non-profit organization providing healthcare services to the geriatric population of the Bay Area.Duties/Responsibilities:Assess participant’s needs and plans appropriate nursing care plans.Implements, directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care for participants with the ADHC and clinic setting.Participates actively in the interdisciplinary team by offering clinical expertise in team planning, problem solving, and processes.Teaches, supervises, and counsels the participant, geriatric aides, and family members regarding nursing care needs and other related problems of the participant.Serves as the first point of contact within the clinic for incoming calls and/or information concerning participants’ status and/or care coordination.Prioritizes and triages care according to medical acuity by utilizing the reviews of daily triage schedules/reports, home care reports and weekend reports to ensure continuity of care is established.Oversees staff assignment and appointment scheduling.Provides clinical and administrative support to staff with urgent and emergent visits and physician’s orders.Oversees all clinic huddles and clinic meetings to ensure open, accurate, and timely communication within the clinic and among all disciplines/departments. Delegates related tasks to appropriate staff.Partners with medical leadership to ensure efficient and cost effective clinical operations.Oversees clinic office management (ex: equipment, supplies, etc.) and delegates related tasks to appropriate staff.Coordinate, facilitate, and participate in quality assurance and process improvement projects to enhance the quality of participant care.Provide clinical expertise and supervision to RN, LVN, MA, and clinic aide staff to ensure scope, competency and standards of practice.Serve as coordinator/liaison to promote and maintain effective communication within the clinic setting and other departments/disciplines.Provide nursing expertise and leadership to support team, departmental, and organizational goals.Collaborate with Nurse Educators in the training and mentoring of all new and current RN, LVN, MA, and clinic aide staff to ensure competency and promote professional development.Qualifications (knowledge, skills, abilities):Graduate of an accredited college or university with an associate or baccalaureate degree in nursing.Possess a current California RN license.Minimum three years’ experience as an RN serving the geriatric or frail population required.Possess a current CPR certificate.Experience in leadership roles is desirable.Employee Benefits include:Medical, Dental, and Vision coverageRetirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D InsuranceFlexible Spending Account, Commuter Checks, MLA scholarships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Pet Insurance and additional discountsHolidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insuranceAbout Vivo HealthStaff:Since 2016, Vivo HealthStaff has been providing both temporary and permanent opportunities to clinicians across the United States. We are dedicated to developing long-term relationships with our clinical providers. Our experienced recruitment team will help guide you to the right opportunity.