CAP Registered Nurse (RN)
Company: HealthKeeperz, Inc.
Location: Durham
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
Description:Scope:The Registered Nurse (RN) in the CAP/DA
program is pivotal in conducting detailed assessments and
coordinating care for disabled adults to facilitate their ability
to live within the community and avoid institutionalization. This
role demands a high level of expertise in nursing assessments, a
thorough understanding of healthcare plans, and the ability to work
collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Expectations:Comprehensive Assessment Duties:
- Perform thorough initial and annual evaluations of
beneficiaries' medical, psychological, and social needs.
- Assess and document the beneficiaries' health status and care
requirements, considering both chronic conditions and potential
acute health issues.
- Identify factors in the beneficiary's environment that could
impact their health and safety, and recommend interventions or
modifications.Collaboration and Coordination:
- Lead and coordinate discussions with a multidisciplinary team
to ensure a holistic approach to care planning. Team members may
include social workers, therapists, and medical specialists.
- Integrate inputs from various healthcare providers to formulate
comprehensive care plans that address all aspects of the
beneficiary's health and well-being.
- Facilitate communication between family members, care
providers, and social services to ensure a collaborative care
environment.Care Planning and Implementation:
- Develop detailed care plans based on assessment findings,
outlining specific goals, interventions, and expected
outcomes.
- Implement care plans and monitor their effectiveness, making
adjustments as necessary to respond to the evolving needs of
beneficiaries.
- Provide direct nursing care when required, and supervise
interventions carried out by other healthcare staff.Documentation
and Compliance:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all
assessments, care plans, and beneficiary interactions to ensure
compliance with state regulations and program standards.
- Document all case notes in a clear, concise manner, ensuring
they are accessible for audits and reviews.
- Ensure all care activities are documented in accordance with
professional standards and legal requirements.Results:
- Effective management of nursing care for disabled adults within
the CAP/DA program, ensuring beneficiaries maintain or improve
their ability to live in a community setting.
- Enhanced safety and quality of life for beneficiaries through
proactive health management and care coordination.
- Prevention of unnecessary hospitalizations or institutional
care through vigilant assessment and timely
intervention.Requirements:Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, current North
Carolina RN license required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in geriatric, disability, or
community health nursing. (Prefered)
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with administrative supervisors, with members of
caseload and their families, and with care providers and various
community organizations
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely
- Ability to plan and execute work
- Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive nursing
assessments and develop person-centered care plans.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal
skills, capable of leading a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficient in using healthcare IT systems for documentation and
care coordination.
Physical Demands:This position involves sitting for extended
periods while using a computer, including frequent stretching and
reaching, along with verbal communication, hearing, and smiling.
The role requires the capacity to stoop, kneel, bend, lift, push,
and extend arms. The sense of smell is essential for patient care.
Additionally, the job entails walking up stairs in patient homes,
transporting supplies and equipment from vehicles to patients'
residences, and significant amounts of driving.
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Keywords: HealthKeeperz, Inc., Wilson , CAP Registered Nurse (RN), Healthcare , Durham, North Carolina
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