Clinic RN

Clinic Livermore, California
Salary: USD 45.12 - 67.68 Hourly


Description

The Position:  Under the direction of the Clinic Supervisor, the Clinic Registered Nurse provides nursing services to participants at the CEI clinic by using the nursing process, collaborating with providers and interdisciplinary team members. The Clinic Registered Nurse communicates effectively with all members of the clinic team and other program staff to ensure that participants are receiving care that is appropriate and adheres to the participants’ plan of care. 
   
The Clinic RN position is eligible for a 5K Signing Bonus.
The rate range for the Clinic RN position at Center for Elders Independence is $45.12 to $67.68 per hour.  Hourly rate based on the market for the Clinic RN position, as well as experience, skills, abilities and work history.  
 
General Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Assesses the Participant’s status in person initially, semi-annually and as needed; assists in the development and maintenance of the participant’s plan of care.  
  • Monitors participant for any acute physical or behavioral changes and adjusts plan of care accordingly. 
  • Provides skilled nursing care to participants as needed in a timely manner. 
  • Provides health education, information and counseling to participant, family members and care givers regarding participant’s care needs and safety. 
  • Implements preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate for the participant’s care and 
  • Participates in IDT meetings and provides input to IDT, offering clinical expertise in team planning and problem solving. 
  • Documents in Participant’s medical record and Department records accurately and in a timely manner according to agency standards. 
  • Provides direction to clinic staff as assigned when the Clinic Supervisor is not present. Offers nursing consultation to other staff members as appropriate. 
  • Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, making or recommending necessary treatment adjustments, following standards of care set by Board of Registered Nursing, Nurse Practice Act, and governing agency regulations. Participates in CEI’s quality assurance performance improvement program (QAPI) as assigned, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards. 
  • Participates in departmental and agency meetings as directed by the Clinic Supervisor.  
  • Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results and information about participants or families. 
  • Complies with all agency training requirements.  
  • Maintains safe working environment by following CEI’s safety P&P’s. 
  • Maintains a courteous, helpful and professional attitude on the job. Displays a willingness and ability to be responsive to all customer groups.  
  • Performs other assigned duties in a positive and helpful manner. 
 Qualifications: 
  • Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.  
  • Possess a current California Registered Nurse License. 
  • Have a minimum of (1) year acute or ambulatory care experience, working with the frail or elderly population. 
  • Current CPR certification on file.  
  • Maintains eligibility for licensure by obtaining required continuing education units.

Physical:

· Standing/Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for up to 5–7 hours per day while providing care activities in the clinic.
· Lifting: Must be able to lift, move, and reposition participants or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally to frequently.
· Mobility: Requires frequent physical activity, including bending, squatting, climbing stairs, and occasional kneeling may be required 
· Sitting: Must be able to sit for extended periods while documenting care and attending occasional meetings.
· Fine Motor Skills: Requires manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical procedures (e.g., wound care, injections, catheterizations, IVs).
· Visual and Auditory Requirements: Must have adequate visual and auditory acuity to assess participant conditions, monitor devices, and respond to alarms or verbal cues.
· Driving: Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle for occasional travel between CEI centers and administrative offices. 
Functional:
· Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate participant care using sound clinical judgment.
· Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities, remain organized, and adapt to changing participant needs and clinical demands.
· Clear, effective, and professional verbal and written communication skills for interdisciplinary collaboration and documentation.
· Emotional resilience to work with frail, elderly, or medically complex populations.
· Maintains professionalism, empathy, and a courteous demeanor in all interactions.
· Demonstrates responsiveness to the needs of participants, families, and team members.
Environmental:
· Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and cleaning chemicals; use of PPE is required

The above job description is intended to communicate the general function of the mentioned position and by no means shall be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required.  CEI reserves the right to change job descriptions, site assignments, and or work hours as required by the needs of the program.  All employees are expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management. 

 

 

 

Center for Elders’ Independence is a PACE (Program of All- Inclusive Care for the Elderly) organization that uses an interdisciplinary team approach to care planning and care implementation for the purpose of providing high quality, affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly, including an Adult Day Health Center, and promoting autonomy, quality of life and the ability of individuals to live in their communities. Unlike other healthcare plans, CEI is not a "fee-for-service" plan. It is a “capitation” healthcare plan. CEI is paid a set amount for each person enrolled in our program, whether or not that individual seeks care. We are a growing company that offers stability and continues to thrive.