Hebrew Seniorlife Jobs in Usa

Job Description:

The Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice is designed to provide a Jewish Hospice service to terminally ill patients and their families in the greater Boston area.  The philosophy of the Hospice is rooted in Hessed (loving kindness), and Kevod HaBeriyot (honoring life), but Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice Care is open to anyone regardless of religious affiliation; our mission is informed by Jewish values that are shared across many faith traditions and spiritual belief systems. 

Hebrew SeniorLife Hospice works collaboratively with patients and families in the final months, weeks, and days of life, with the goal of achieving optimum healing of body and soul when curing is no longer an option. This means helping the patient and family with: physical comfort, emotional and spiritual support, and companionship. The Hospice goal is to help every patient at the end attain a peaceful and pain free death and support the healing and bereavement of the family. 

As a member of the interdisciplinary group (IDG), the Hospice Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to the Hospice's patients.  Identify patient/family needs and provide supportive care in accordance with the attending physician's orders, the IDG plan of care and the Hospice's policies and procedures.  The Hospice Registered Nurse provides care under the direction of the attending physician, the Hospice Medical Director, the Clinical Director, and in compliance with the state's Registered Nurse Practice Act.

II. Position Responsibilities:

• Assumes responsibility for a patient visit or on-call schedule which includes the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating phases of the nursing process. 
• Provides Hospice nursing care based on systematic assessment focusing on pain control and symptom management.
• Initiates communication with attending physicians, other Hospice staff members and other agencies as needed to coordinate care and use of resources for the patient/family.
• Assesses the patient and develops an individualized and comprehensive plan of care in partnership with the Interdisciplinary group and in accordance with Hospice regulations/guidelines.  Routinely assesses patients response to plans of care and performs comprehensive assessments, hospice aide supervision, and coordination/oversight of hospice services provided in assisted living, LTC, SNF and hospital settings.
• Maintains regular communication with the Clinical Director to review assignments and with the attending physician/medical director concerning patient/family needs. 
• Obtains data on physical, psychological, social and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporates that data into the plan of care.
• Maintains up-to-date patient records so that problems, plans, actions and goals are accurately and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur in accordance with agency policy and Medicare regulations.
• Accurately documents assessment findings, observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided in accordance with Hospice policy and procedures on the day services are rendered.  Submits documentation in a timely manner.
• Teaches, supervises and counsels patients/families regarding physical care and comfort, and other problems related to the patient's terminal condition. 
• Provides guidance to patients/families to assist them in preparing for and coping with anticipated physical and psychological events throughout the dying process.  Provides appropriate support at time of death and period of bereavement.
• Meets regularly with Hospice nursing staff to review problems or unique issues from caseloads, share professional support, and exchange feedback aimed toward enhancing professional growth.
• Participates in IDG conference as needed and facilitates discussion of issues from caseload for full staff discussion, consultation and evaluation.
• Supervises the Hospice Aide and the aide plan of care at least every fourteen (14) days and documents such supervision. If concerns are noted, observes the aide onsite providing care. If concerns are ongoing, reports to the Clinical Director of the need to repeat a competency evaluation with aide.
• Informs the Clinical Director of unusual or potentially problematic patient/family issues.
• Shares in providing 24-hour, seven-day a week coverage (evening and weekend on-call) to patients/families.
• Demonstrates working clinical knowledge and skills relative to hospice and end-of-life care, and a commitment to clinical excellence and ongoing training in the latest pain and symptom management interventions.

III. Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN preferred.
• Currently licensed in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts.
• Must have no less than six months experience in acute care setting as an RN prior to home care assignment, or experience as required by state regulations. 
• Minimum of one year’s experience as an RN required. 
• Experience in Hospice is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings and to cope with emotional stress.
• Must be able to function in a practice environment with minimal direct supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining a professional relationship with patients and their families.
• Must accept responsibility for maintaining clinical practice skills, learning and adhering to Hospice's policies and procedures on an on-going basis.
• Transports self to patient's home/facility in a reliable vehicle and has a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.  May be working in multiple locations in a workday.

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality-nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives, and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Position Responsibilities:

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff
• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to assigned unit during shift
• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift
• Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident reports, concern resolutions
• Assure completion of admission or discharges during shift
• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc)
• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.
• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

III. Qualifications:

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred
• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing
• Previous experience preferred
• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 
• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change
• Computer literacy required
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives, and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion with all interactions with patients and with families
• Articulates importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and ability to foster teamwork
• Articulates commitment to excellence and high quality care
• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high quality care

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff
• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to assigned unit during shift
• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift
• Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident reports, concern resolutions
• Assure completion of admission or discharges during shift
• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc)
• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.
• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred
• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing
• Previous experience preferred
• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 
• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change
• Computer literacy required
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Please refer to the Physical Requirements sheets in Occupational Health

Remote Type

Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Description:

HSL provides enhanced housing with services to seniors living in its three affordable housing locations, and at partner housing sites, with the goal of improving quality of life and supporting independent living.  At its core, enhanced housing with services is a proactive approach wherein resident services staff regularly and actively reach out to each individual resident to engage with them around their health and wellness, identify areas of need/risk and provide intensive, individualized case management and support as needed and desired by the resident.

The Nurse Care Manager is a key member of the housing team working to support residents in living independently and safely for as long as possible by developing meaningful relationships with residents and providing supports in a holistic way.  The Nurse Care Manager works closely with other team members to:  engage residents in wellness assessments and health education programs, connect residents to needed services, triage resident issues, provide a wide variety of case management tasks including coordinating care for residents returning home from hospital and/or rehab stays, ensure that all interventions are documented and tracked, and partner with community provider organizations. 

This position will work on-site in an affordable housing community in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Hebrew SeniorLife employees set the highest standard in our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, we make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they in ours as well. These life-changing connections give our work meaning and fuel our desire to advance our potential. To be all that we can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here we’re supported to always keep growing. And as we do, so does our collective impact.

Our benefits include:

• Excellent medical and dental benefits, available on your first day for positions over 24 hours/week

• A 403b retirement plan open to all employees, including per diems

• Generous paid time off

• On-site health and wellness programming

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

• An employee recognition program

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Wellness Coordinator and the resident services team to provide comprehensive case management services to residents.

• Provide regular preventative outreach to all residents to check in on their needs and overall health and develop trusting relationships with residents and their families. 

• Conduct wellness assessments of residents to assess risk and determine needs.  Actively follow up on all identified needs including finding resources, making referrals and ensuring residents are actively engaged in services.

• Assess resident medical concerns and support residents with decision making re next steps, e.g. calling PCP, going to urgent care, going to the ED or seeing a specialist.  

• Coordinate with primary care physicians and specialists, hospitals, mental health and other community providers. Ensure effective communication around changes in status, transitions and service utilization. 

• Active follow up on all hospitalizations, rehab stays, emergency room visits.  Work with families, hospitals, rehabs, HSL Home Care and/or VNA, ASAP’s and other providers to ensure safe discharges and ongoing services. 

• Follow up regularly with at risk residents to support adherence to health and wellness related activities, medication and treatment plans.  

• Conduct and/or coordinate group and individual education sessions on health and wellness, including medication management. 

• Assess and keep track of the needs of residents with special needs, such as dementia and mental health, and make appropriate referrals.

• Utilize collected data to identify, plan, schedule and implement focused programs, such as falls prevention.

• Support and educate housing staff members about common medical conditions and how to identify and communicate status changes.

• Participate in resident services team meetings, provider meetings and individual family meetings.

• Assist residents and family members with transition to other levels of care when needed.

• Assist with specific resident needs such as taking vital signs, educating and assisting with Health Care Proxy and File of Life forms, arranging clinics for vaccines and arranging other health focused clinics, supporting residents in preparing for planned surgeries/medical tests.   

• Document all work electronically in shared files/computer programs.  

Qualifications

• RN and 1 year of experience or LPN and 2 years of experience required. 

• 3 years experience in aging services required, home health experience and dementia care a plus.

• Excellent triage and critical thinking skills required as well as ability to handle difficult situations. 

• Must have compassion for and a desire to work with a senior population.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work efficiently and proactively as part of a team.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with residents, families and staff in a manner that conveys respects, caring and sensitivity.

• Motivated to learn and flexible/willing to change.

• Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Optimistic and positive demeanor, good intuition and sound judgment.

• Must be able to collect needed information and document clearly in electronic formats.

• Skills and comfort using Windows, Word and Excel required.

• Experience in aging services strongly preferred in community, home health or long-term care settings.

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

HSL provides enhanced housing with services to seniors living in its four affordable housing locations, and at partner housing sites, with the goal of improving quality of life and supporting independent living. At its core, enhanced housing with services is a proactive approach wherein resident services staff regularly and actively reach out to each individual resident to engage with them around their health and wellness, identify areas of need/risk and provide intensive, individualized case management and support as needed and desired by the resident.

The Nurse Care Manager is a key member of the housing team working to support residents in living independently, safely, and well for as long as possible by developing meaningful relationships with residents and providing supports in a holistic way. The Nurse Care Manager works closely with other team members to: engage residents in wellness assessments and health education programs, connect residents to needed services, triage resident issues, provide a wide variety of case management tasks including coordinating care for residents returning home from hospital and/or rehab stays, ensure that all interventions are documented and tracked, and partner with community provider organizations. This position will work on-site in an affordable housing community in Brockton, Massachusetts.

Hebrew SeniorLife employees set the highest standard in our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, we make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they in ours as well. These life-changing connections give our work meaning and fuel our desire to advance our potential. To be all that we can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here we’re supported to always keep growing. And as we do, so does our collective impact.

Our Benefits Include
 

• Excellent medical and dental benefits, available on your first day for positions over 24 hours/week

• A 403b retirement plan open to all employees, including per diems

• Generous paid time off

• On-site health and wellness programming

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

• An employee recognition program

Responsibilities
 

• Partner with the Wellness Coordinator and the resident services team to provide comprehensive case management services to residents.

• Provide regular preventative outreach to all residents to check in on their needs and overall health and develop trusting relationships with residents and their families.

• Conduct wellness assessments of residents to assess risk and determine needs. Actively follow up on all identified needs including finding resources, making referrals and ensuring residents are actively engaged in services.

• Assess resident medical concerns and support residents with decision making re next steps, e.g. calling PCP, going to urgent care, going to the ED or seeing a specialist.

• Coordinate with primary care physicians and specialists, hospitals, mental health and other community providers. Ensure effective communication around changes in status, transitions and service utilization.

• Active follow up on all hospitalizations, rehab stays, emergency room visits. Work with families, hospitals, rehabs, HSL Home Care and/or VNA, ASAP’s and other providers to ensure safe discharges and ongoing services.

• Follow up regularly with at risk residents to support adherence to health and wellness related activities, medication and treatment plans.

• Conduct and/or coordinate group and individual education sessions on health and wellness, including medication management.

• Assess and keep track of the needs of residents with special needs, such as dementia and mental health, and make appropriate referrals.

• Utilize collected data to identify, plan, schedule and implement focused programs, such as falls prevention.

• Support and educate housing staff members about common medical conditions and how to identify and communicate status changes.

• Participate in resident services team meetings, provider meetings and individual family meetings.

• Assist residents and family members with transition to other levels of care when needed.

• Assist with specific resident needs such as taking vital signs, educating and assisting with Health Care Proxy and File of Life forms, arranging clinics for vaccines and arranging other health focused clinics, supporting residents in preparing for planned surgeries/medical tests.

• Document all work electronically in shared files/computer programs.

Qualifications
 

• RN and 1 year of experience or LPN and 2 years of experience required.

• 3 years experience in aging services required, home health experience and dementia care a plus.

• Excellent triage and critical thinking skills required as well as ability to handle difficult situations.

• Must have compassion for and a desire to work with a senior population.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work efficiently and proactively as part of a team.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with residents, families and staff in a manner that conveys respects, caring and sensitivity.

• Motivated to learn and flexible/willing to change.

• Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual.

• Optimistic and positive demeanor, good intuition and sound judgment.

• Must be able to collect needed information and document clearly in electronic formats.

• Skills and comfort using Windows, Word and Excel required.

• Experience in aging services strongly preferred in community, home health or long-term care settings.

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

HSL provides enhanced housing with services to seniors living in its four affordable housing locations, and at partner housing sites, with the goal of improving quality of life and supporting independent living. At its core, enhanced housing with services is a proactive approach wherein resident services staff regularly and actively reach out to each individual resident to engage with them around their health and wellness, identify areas of need/risk and provide intensive, individualized case management and support as needed and desired by the resident.

The Nurse Care Manager is a key member of the housing team working to support residents in living independently, safely, and well for as long as possible by developing meaningful relationships with residents and providing supports in a holistic way. The Nurse Care Manager works closely with other team members to: engage residents in wellness assessments and health education programs, connect residents to needed services, triage resident issues, provide a wide variety of case management tasks including coordinating care for residents returning home from hospital and/or rehab stays, ensure that all interventions are documented and tracked, and partner with community provider organizations.

This position is to work in an affordable housing community in Boston. The position requires fluency in Chinese as the majority of the residents of the community are Chinese-speaking.

This position is 16 hours per week, with a possibility of increasing hours at additional sites.

Hebrew SeniorLife employees set the highest standard in our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, we make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day. And they in ours as well. These life-changing connections give our work meaning and fuel our desire to advance our potential. To be all that we can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here we’re supported to always keep growing. And as we do, so does our collective impact.

Our Benefits Include

• Excellent medical and dental benefits, available on your first day for positions over 24 hours/week

• A 403b retirement plan open to all employees, including per diems

• Generous paid time off

• On-site health and wellness programming

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

• An employee recognition program

Responsibilities
 

• Partner with the Wellness Coordinator and the resident services team to provide comprehensive case management services to residents.

• Provide regular preventative outreach to all residents to check in on their needs and overall health and develop trusting relationships with residents and their families.

• Conduct wellness assessments of residents to assess risk and determine needs. Actively follow up on all identified needs including finding resources, making referrals and ensuring residents are actively engaged in services.

• Assess resident medical concerns and support residents with decision making re next steps, e.g. calling PCP, going to urgent care, going to the ED or seeing a specialist.

• Coordinate with primary care physicians and specialists, hospitals, mental health and other community providers. Ensure effective communication around changes in status, transitions and service utilization.

• Active follow up on all hospitalizations, rehab stays, emergency room visits. Work with families, hospitals, rehabs, HSL Home Care and/or VNA, ASAP’s and other providers to ensure safe discharges and ongoing services.

• Follow up regularly with at risk residents to support adherence to health and wellness related activities, medication and treatment plans.

• Conduct and/or coordinate group and individual education sessions on health and wellness, including medication management.

• Assess and keep track of the needs of residents with special needs, such as dementia and mental health, and make appropriate referrals.

• Utilize collected data to identify, plan, schedule and implement focused programs, such as falls prevention.

• Support and educate housing staff members about common medical conditions and how to identify and communicate status changes.

• Participate in resident services team meetings, provider meetings and individual family meetings.

• Assist residents and family members with transition to other levels of care when needed.

• Assist with specific resident needs such as taking vital signs, educating and assisting with Health Care Proxy and File of Life forms, arranging clinics for vaccines and arranging other health focused clinics, supporting residents in preparing for planned surgeries/medical tests.

• Document all work electronically in shared files/computer programs.

Qualifications

• RN and 1 year of experience or LPN and 2 years of experience required.

• 3 years experience in aging services required, home health experience and dementia care a plus.

• Excellent triage and critical thinking skills required as well as ability to handle difficult situations.

• Must have compassion for and a desire to work with a senior population.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work efficiently and proactively as part of a team.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with residents, families and staff in a manner that conveys respects, caring and sensitivity.

• Motivated to learn and flexible/willing to change.

• Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual.

• Optimistic and positive demeanor, good intuition and sound judgment.

• Must be able to collect needed information and document clearly in electronic formats.

• Skills and comfort using Windows, Word and Excel required.

• Experience in aging services strongly preferred in community, home health or long-term care settings.

• Fluent in Cantonese

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

HSL provides enhanced housing with services to seniors living in its four affordable housing locations and at partner housing sites, with the goal of improving quality of life and supporting independent living.  At its core, enhanced housing with services is a proactive approach wherein resident services staff regularly and actively reach out to each individual resident to engage with them around their health and wellness, identify areas of need/risk and provide intensive, individualized case management and support as needed and desired by the resident.

The Nurse Care Manager is a key member of the housing team working to support residents in living independently and safely for as long as possible by developing meaningful relationships with residents and providing support in a holistic way. 

The Nurse Care Manager collaborates with team members to engage residents in wellness assessments and health education, connect them to needed services, support in managing health concerns, coordinate care for residents returning from hospital or rehabilitation stays, document all resident care tasks, and partner with community providers to promote overall well-being.  This position is to work on-site at an affordable housing community in Chelsea. The position requires fluency in Spanish as the majority of the resident population is Spanish-speaking.

Hebrew SeniorLife employees set the highest standard in our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, we make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broader senior care community every day. And they in ours as well. These life-changing connections give our work meaning and fuel our desire to advance our potential. To be all that we can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here we’re supported to always keep growing. And as we do, so does our collective impact.

Our Benefits Include
 

•   Excellent medical and dental benefits, available on your first day for positions over 24 hours/week

• A 403b retirement plan open to all employees, including per diems

• Generous paid time off

• On-site health and wellness programming

• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships

• An employee recognition program

Core Competencies:

• Commit to the organization’s core values of respect, dignity, and empowerment.

•   Able to form collaborative and trusting relationships with residents, families, and other staff.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, both within and outside the HSL continuum.

• Listen attentively; speak respectfully; maintain confidentiality.

• Provide the highest quality of preparation and presentation.

• Committed to active outreach to residents, including engaging with them in their apartments, during programs, during meals, etc.   Being ‘out and about’, visible and connected.

•   Actively promote respect and inclusion for all residents and staff in a multicultural community.   

• Have a “can-do” service mentality.

• Accept responsibility for all tasks assigned.

• Work independently toward achieving program goals

Position Responsibilities:

• Partner with the wellness coordinator and the resident services team to provide comprehensive case management services to residents.

• Provide regular preventative outreach to all residents to check in on their needs and overall health, and develop trusting relationships with residents and their families. 

•   Conduct wellness assessments of residents to determine risk and needs.  Actively follow up on all identified needs, including finding resources, making referrals,s and ensuring residents are actively engaged in services.

• Evaluate resident medical concerns and support residents with decision-making regarding next steps, e.g., calling PCP, going to urgent care, going to the ED, or seeing a specialist. 

• Coordinate with primary care physicians and specialists, hospitals, mental health, and other community providers. Ensure effective communication around changes in status, transitions, and service utilization. 

•   Active follow-up on all hospitalizations, rehab stays, and emergency room visits.  Work with families, hospitals, rehabs, HSL Home Care, and/or VNA, ASAPs, and other providers to ensure safe discharges and ongoing services. 

•   Follow up regularly with at-risk residents to support adherence to health and wellness-related activities, medication, and treatment plans.  

• Conduct and/or coordinate group and individual education sessions on health and wellness, including medication management. 

• Track residents with special needs, such as dementia and mental health, and make appropriate referrals.

• Utilize collected data to identify, plan, schedule, and implement focused programs, such as falls prevention.

• Support and educate housing staff members about common medical conditions and how to identify and communicate status changes.

• Participate in resident services team meetings, provider meetings, and individual family meetings.

• Assist residents and family members with transition to other levels of care when needed.

• Assist with specific resident needs, such as taking vital signs, educating and assisting with Health Care Proxy and File of Life forms, arranging clinics for vaccines, and arranging other health-focused clinics, supporting residents in preparing for planned surgeries/medical tests.   

•   Document all work electronically in online software.  

• Track residents with special needs, such as dementia and mental health, and make appropriate referrals.

Qualifications:

• RN and 1 year of experience or LPN and 3 years of experience required. 

• 3 years of experience in aging services preferred, home health experience, and dementia care a plus.

• Excellent triage and critical thinking skills are required, as well as the ability to handle difficult situations. 

• Must have compassion for and a desire to work with a senior population.

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work efficiently, and proactively as part of a team.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with residents, families, and staff in a manner that conveys respect, caring, and sensitivity.

• Motivated to learn and flexible/willing to change.

• Professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Optimistic and positive demeanor, good intuition, and sound judgment.

• Must be able to collect needed information and document clearly in electronic formats.

• Skills and comfort using Windows, Word and Excel required.

• Some travel in the Boston metro area for site visits and meetings is required.

• Fluency in Spanish required

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), in collaboration with a Registered Nurse, utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The LPN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The LPN is an active supporter of culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the LPN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Position Responsibilities:

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice with core care competencies Collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients with RN oversight of assessment and care planning Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible In collaboration with the RN,   ensures the plan of care is an accurate reflection of the patient’s individualized needs and ensures that the plan of care is followed and revised as necessary. Documents pertinent information regarding care delivered in designated areas of patient’s record using the electronic medical records. Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident and concern resolution reports

Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities related to problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the PCAs in the unit Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, regulatory matters and HIPAA compliance.  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with unit activities as needed (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to patient care associates May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities with RN oversight.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff
• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the unit during a shift
• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift
• Audit/assure completion of admission or discharges during shift with the RN’s cos-sign
• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc)
• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

III. Qualifications

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required
• Current Massachusetts license as an LPN in good standing
• Previous experience preferred
• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment  
• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills. 
• Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change.
• Computer literacy required
• Excellent English language skills, verbal and written

Remote Type

Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Description:

Hebrew Rehabilitation Center ( RSU – Short Stay Rehab Unit )

Night shift , 12 hour shifts , ( 6.45 pm to 7.15 am ), 36 hours per week , Every other weekend

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, collaborating with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife, recognizing patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

·           Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

·         Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

·         Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

·         Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

·         Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

·         Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

·         Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

III. Position Responsibilities:

·         Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies.

·         Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietitian) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care

·         Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients

·         Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients

·         Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible

·         Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to the patient’s needs. Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record, identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care

·         Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant

·         Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development

·         Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution. Role models professional behavior

·         Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc

·         Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems.

·         Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units.

·         Identifies and responds to safety concerns in the unit and the neighborhood

·         Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory matters.

·         Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care.

·         Participates in performance improvement projects

·         Participates and assists with activities (i.e. assists with serving meals)

·         Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e., PCAs and LPNs. May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.

·           Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

·         Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift. Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

·           Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

·           Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

·           Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

·         Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

·         If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educate other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

·          

·         The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

·           Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

·         Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

·         Previous experience preferred

·         Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

·           Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

·         Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

·           Must have solid analytical skills. 

·         Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

·         Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

·         Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

·         Computer literacy required

·         Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

• Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

•   Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

•   Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

•   Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

• Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies

• Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietitian) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care

• Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients

• Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients

• Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible

• Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to the patient’s needs

• Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record, identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care

• Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant

• Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development

• Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution

• Role models professional behavior

• Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems

• Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units. Identifies and responds to safety concerns in the unit and the neighborhood

• Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory matters 

• Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care 

• Participates in performance improvement projects

• Participates and assists with activities (i.e. assists with serving meals)

• Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs

• May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities. 

• Responsibilities may include:

•  Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

•   Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift\

•   Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

•   Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

•  Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•  Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

•   Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

•   If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educate other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

• The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

•   Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

• Previous experience preferred

•   Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

•   Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual.

• Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

• Superb organizational skills.

• Must have solid analytical skills. 

• Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

• Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

•   Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

•   Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

•   Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

•   Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

•    Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

•   Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

• Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies

• Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietitian) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care

• Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients

• Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients

• Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible

• Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to the patient’s needs

• Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record, identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care

• Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant

• Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development

• Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution. Role models professional behavior

• Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems

• Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units. Identifies and responds to safety concerns in the unit and the neighborhood

• Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory matters.

• Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care.

• Participates in performance improvement projects

• Participate and assist with activities (i.e., assist with serving meals)

• Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e., PCAs and LPNs

• May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities. 

Responsibilities may include:

•   Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift

• Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

• Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

•   Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•   Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

•   If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educate other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

•   Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

•   Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

• Previous experience preferred

•   Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

•   Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

•   Superb organizational skills.

• Must have solid analytical skills. 

• Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

• Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

•   Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

• Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality-nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives, and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Position Responsibilities:

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff
• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to assigned unit during shift
• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift
• Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident reports, concern resolutions
• Assure completion of admission or discharges during shift
• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc)
• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.
• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

III. Qualifications:

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred
• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing
• Previous experience preferred
• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 
• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change
• Computer literacy required
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality-nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives, and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

Position Responsibilities

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff
• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to assigned unit during shift
• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift
• Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident reports, concern resolutions
• Assure completion of admission or discharges during shift
• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc.)
• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.
• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred
• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing
• Previous experience preferred
• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 
• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change
• Computer literacy required
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality-nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives, and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

Position Responsibilities

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff.

• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to assigned unit during shift.

• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift.

• Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident reports, concern resolutions.

• Assure completion of admission or discharges during shift.

• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc).

• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred.

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing.

• Previous experience preferred.

• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required.

• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.

• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change.

• Computer literacy required.

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal.

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife, recognizing patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units and strive to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

• Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

• Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

•   Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies

•   Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietitian) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care

•   Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients

•   Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients

•   Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible

•   Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to the patient’s needs

• Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record

•   Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care

•   Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant

• Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development

•   Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution

•   Role models professional behavior

• Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc

•   Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems

• Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units

•   Identifies and responds to safety concerns in the unit and neighborhood

• Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory matters 

• Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care 

• Participates in performance improvement projects

•   Participate and assist with activities (i.e., assist with serving meals)

•   Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e., PCAs and LPNs

•   May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

•    Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift

•   Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

•   Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

•   Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•   Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

•   If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educate other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

•   The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

• Previous experience preferred

• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

• Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating, and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.

• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

• Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, collaborating with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife, recognizing patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

•   Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

•   Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

•   Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

•   Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

•  Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift

•   Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

• Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

• Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•   Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

•   Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

•   Previous experience preferred

• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

• Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

•   Superb organizational skills.

• Must have solid analytical skills. 

• Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

• Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

• Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, collaborating with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife, recognizing patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

•   Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

•   Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

•   Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

•   Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

•  Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift

•   Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

• Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

• Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•   Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

•   Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

•   Previous experience preferred

• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

• Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

•   Superb organizational skills.

• Must have solid analytical skills. 

• Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

• Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

• Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, collaborating with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife, recognizing patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

•   Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

• Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

• Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

III. Position Responsibilities:

• Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies.

• Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietitian) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care

• Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients

• Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients

• Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible

• Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to the patient’s needs. Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record, identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care

• Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant

• Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development

• Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution. Role models professional behavior

• Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc

• Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems.

• Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units.

• Identifies and responds to safety concerns in the unit and the neighborhood

• Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory matters.

• Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care.

• Participates in performance improvement projects

• Participates and assists with activities (i.e. assists with serving meals)

• Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e., PCAs and LPNs. May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.

•   Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift. Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

•   Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

•   Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•   Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educate other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

•   Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

• Previous experience preferred

• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

•   Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

•   Must have solid analytical skills. 

• Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

• Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

• Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality-nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, and collaborates with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of the patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives, and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient’s dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are an active participant in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, and strive to make every patient encounter into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while ensuring the provision of safe and efficient quality care.

II. Position Responsibilities:

Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietician) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to patient’s needs Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record Identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution Role models professional behavior Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units Identifies and responds to safety concerns on the unit and neighborhood Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practice and regulatory matters  Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care  Participates in performance improvement projects Participate and assists with activities (i.e. assist with serving meals) Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e. PCAs and LPNs May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.  Responsibilities may include:

• Giving shift report to on coming staff
• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to assigned unit during shift
• Delegate assignments to team assigned to shift
• Initiate necessary reports including DPH, incident reports, concern resolutions
• Assure completion of admission or discharges during shift
• Attend rounds (wound, physician etc)
• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.
• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educating other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would be in conformity with the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

III. Qualifications:

• Graduate of approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred
• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing
• Previous experience preferred
• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required
• Must be professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious and results-oriented individual.  Must have an optimistic and positive demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition and able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 
• Superb organizational skills. Must have solid analytical skills.  Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminating and able to streamline work volume in order to maintain bottom line efforts in midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing. Must have ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously and handle even difficult situations.
• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change
• Computer literacy required
• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range:

Job Description:

I. Position Summary:   

The Registered Nurse (RN) will utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure quality nursing care and to maximize the quality of life for the patients. The RN is an integral member of the clinical support team, collaborating with other multidisciplinary members to meet the clinical needs of patients. The RN is an active supporter of the culture change initiatives and serves as a role model and mentor to others.   

In addition, the RN will demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and mission of Hebrew SeniorLife, recognizing patients’ dignity and choice in all aspects of daily life. They are active participants in the activities, work, and social environment of the units, striving to make every patient encounter a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity while ensuring the provision of safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

II. Core Competencies:

•   Demonstrates empathy and compassion in all interactions with patients and with families

• Articulates the importance of supporting independence and patient choice when caring for patients

• Demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to foster teamwork

• Articulates commitment to excellence and high-quality care

• Articulates the importance of accountability and personal ownership related to teamwork and patient care

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills

• Demonstrates ability to coach and mentor others to achieve high-quality care

III. Position Responsibilities:

• Ensures all care delivered is within the scope and established standards of safe professional nursing practice and HSL core competencies.

• Collaborates with other members of the clinical support team (MD, NP, nurses, social worker, therapists, dietitian) to meet the clinical needs of the patient and monitor outcomes of care

• Adheres to best practice recommendations and implements evidence-based interventions to ensure optimum outcomes for patients

• Practices in a primary nursing model and maintains accountability for a set of assigned patients

• Collaborates and participates in care planning activities and supports autonomy and individual choice wherever possible

• Ensures adherence to the plan of care, revises as necessary, and ensures the plan accurately reflects an individualized approach to the patient’s needs. Documents appropriately in the electronic medical record, identifies and seeks out necessary resources as needed to ensure the provision of safe and effective care

• Delegates and supervises clinical care delivered by the licensed practical nurse and the nursing assistant

• Assumes accountability for his/her own learning needs and professional development

• Demonstrates critical thinking abilities in problem resolution. Role models professional behavior

• Actively participates in shared governance, committees, etc

• Collaborates in the development of new work processes and systems.

• Serves as a resource and support to the elder assistants in the units.

• Identifies and responds to safety concerns in the unit and the neighborhood

• Maintains compliance with policies, procedures, practices, and regulatory matters.

• Participates in the collection and monitoring of quality data to ensure high standards of care.

• Participates in performance improvement projects

• Participates and assists with activities (i.e. assists with serving meals)

• Serves as a coach and mentor to all staff, i.e., PCAs and LPNs. May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities.

•   Giving the shift report to the incoming staff

• Provide clinical/supervisory oversight to the assigned unit during the shift. Delegate assignments to the team assigned to the shift

•   Initiate necessary reports, including DPH, incident reports, and concern resolutions

•   Assure completion of admission or discharge during the shift

•   Attend rounds (wound, physician, etc)

• Provides oversight of LPN assessments (as assigned) and co-signs nursing assessments and initial care plans.

• If acting in the capacity of charge nurse, may develop patient care assignments (appointing other staff, RN, LPN, or PCA to implement an established care plan for a designated period of work time), create schedules, and contribute to performance evaluations and educate other staff on HSL policy and procedure.

The above covers the most significant responsibilities of the position.  It does not, however, exclude other duties, which would conform to the level of the position. Completes special projects as assigned.

IV. Qualifications:

•   Graduate of an approved school of nursing required; BSN preferred

• Current Massachusetts license as an R.N. in good standing

• Previous experience preferred

• Understand the philosophy and support the model of care at HRC required

•   Must be a professional, proactive, collaborative, conscientious, and results-oriented individual. 

• Must have an optimistic demeanor, excellent oral and written communication skills, good intuition, and be able to adapt to changing priorities and display good, sound judgment with a sense of humor. 

•   Must have solid analytical skills. 

• Must be creative and proactive yet disciplined, discriminant, and able to streamline work volume to maintain bottom-line efforts in the midst of multi-tasking and daily re-prioritizing.

• Must have the ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and handle even difficult situations.

• Must be motivated to learn and flexible to change

• Computer literacy required

• Excellent English language skills, written and verbal

Remote Type

Salary Range: