Under the administrative direction and supervision of the Program/Center Manager and the clinical supervision of the Nursing Program Specialist, the Center Nurse offers nursing services, either directly or indirectly to all participants at the Day Health Center.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assess participant's needs and plans appropriate nursing care upon initial intake as well as upon routine reevaluation of each case.
Implements, directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care for participants at the Day Health Center.
Teaches, supervises, and counsels the participant, geriatric aides, and family members regarding nursing care.
Acts as nursing consultant to other staff and assists the Medical Physicians and Nurse Practitioners.
Participates actively in the interdisciplinary team by offering clinical expertise in team planning, problem solving, and processes.
Cantonese-speaking candidates preferred, not required.

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities):

Graduate of an accredited college or university with either an associate or baccalaureate degree in nursing.
Possess a current California Registered Nurse license. A California Public Health Nurse certificate is desired.
Experience in public health nursing desired.
Interest, demonstrated ability and one-year experience working with the elderly or frail population required.
Ability to work as part of multidisciplinary team.
CPR certificate

Registered Nurse - Center