1-3 years of experience as a registered nurse, preferably in community health or long-term care.
Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and regulatory requirements.
High proficiency in patient assessment and care plan development.
Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary programs and teach nursing curriculum.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Current California Registered Nurse license and an Associate Degree.
Responsibilities
Monitor healthcare services to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
Develop and coordinate health care services, fostering relationships with staff and health professionals.
Maintain high nursing practice standards and ensure compliance with agency policies.
Prepare and document client health assessments and care plans.
Coordinate health support service information into care plans as needed.
Plan and implement nursing education programs for staff.
Act as a clinical resource and support for facility managers and interdisciplinary teams.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with healthcare advocacy support.
Retirement plan options including pre-tax and Roth contributions.
DailyPay for immediate access to earned wages.
Well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
Access to Care.com for backup childcare and elder care services.
Confidential counseling and financial services through an Employee Assistance Program.
Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
Employee discounts on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
Full Job Description
Registered Nurse
This is a professional and staff support position. The Registered Nurse's primary responsibility is to monitor the provision of health care services in the facility to ensure that the level of care provided is in accordance with regulation, statute, and individual professional standards.
Shift: Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm, split between Escondido and Ramona, CA
Earn: $55.00 per hour
EXPERIENCE
1-3 years experience working as a registered nurse
Prefer 2 years' experience in a community health service, long-term care and/or serving developmentally disabled or a related population.
A thorough knowledge of professional nursing principles, practices and methods; good working knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated high level of proficiency in patient assessment, care plan development and related admission and discharge activities.
Ability to effectively contribute expertise in interdisciplinary program model and effectively establish and teach relevant nursing curriculum in direct contact staff.
Demonstrated ability to effectively organize time and set priorities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
GENERAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Carry out the nursing functions as required in Title 22, Chapter 6 and Welfare and Institution Code (WIC).
Develop, implement, sustain and coordinate health care services; establish good working relationships with direct contact staff, facility managers, Administrator, physicians, dietician, pharmacist, and other related health support professionals. Ensure clients receive timely health and dental assessments meeting regulatory requirements (i.e., Department of Health Services licensing and certification as well as the Medi-Cal field office).
Maintain high standards of nursing practices and assure that services are in compliance with agency policies and procedures and state and ARFPSH regulations.
Prepare quarterly client health assessments, monthly health summaries, and individual client health care plans. Effectively document these evaluations.
Coordinate quarterly pharmacy reports, dietary assessments, occupational therapy reports and other health support service information into care plan development as relevant.
Complete reports, medical records documentation, physician's orders and assignments accurately and adhere to established time schedules.
Plan and implement nursing and health related in-service education programs for all facilities and direct contact staff.
Prepare lesson plans containing objectives, course content, method of instruction and method of evaluation for each class scheduled and completed.
Maintain medications and medical equipment and supplies according to applicable regulations.
Plan and implement Medication Administration training for all eligible direct contact staff.
Observe and teach the organization's infection control policies and procedures to direct contact staff.
Monitor and document all instance of communicable disease and infection in the facility's infection control log as outlined in the facility Policy & Procedure Manual.
Ensure client education in bowel bladder issues, sexual counseling and preventative health issues.
Participate in pre-admission evaluations and discharges as part of the interdisciplinary team.
Participate in semi-annual, and annual interdisciplinary team meetings, Human Rights Committee, Medication Review meetings, and Nurse Team meetings.
Act as a clinical resource and staff support to the Facility Managers, QIDP's, interdisciplinary team, and direct contact staff.
Identify safety hazards and initiate corrective action as necessary.
Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner.
Adheres to all Merakey policy and procedures
Perform other related duties as directed by the Director of Nursing and/or the Administrators.
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Organizational Skills
Leadership
Teamwork
Communication
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Heavy Work: Exert up to 100lbs occasionally, and/or 50lbs frequently, and/or over 20lbs continuously.
WORK LOCATION TYPE
Residential Environment
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
Associate Degree
Current license as a California Registered Nurse.
About Merakey
Merakey is a leading provider of healthcare and human services in the USA. The company offers a wide range of services, including behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, education, and autism services. Merakey has a team of experienced professionals who provide high-quality care to individuals and families. The company has offices in more than 10 states in the USA.
