MSSP Nurse Care Manager

Company: Jewish Family & Children'S Services
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) is the oldest non-profit in California and has been assisting residents of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma Counties since it was founded in 1850. JFCS serves people of all faiths and backgrounds with over 40 programs and services supporting home care for seniors, therapy for children, youth volunteer programs, services for people with disabilities, and so much more. We are guided by the Jewish traditions of advancing human dignity for all, community responsibility, intergenerational ties, and repairing the world.POSITION SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Nurse Care Manager works as part of an interdisciplinary team to assess the needs of frail elderly referred to -Multi-Purpose Senior Services Program (MSSP), develops care plans and assists in implementing plans as needed. The Nurse Care Manager understands the mission, goals, and objectives of MSSP and of JFCS, and works within the limitations and resources of MSSP and JFCS.OUR CAREER OPPORTUNITY:JOB TITLE: Multi-Purpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) Nurse Care Manager
REPORTS TO: Program Director
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 20 hours/week, part-time with no benefits
JOB LOCATION: San Rafael, CA
SALARY RANGE: $50-$55 per hourESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts in-depth in-home assessments/reassessments for senior clients
• Certifies level of care determinations for all MSSP clients, based on MSSP protocols
• Participates in the development, implementation and monitoring of care plans for MSSP clients in conjunction with the Social Work Care Managers, and in cooperation with physicians, health care professionals and other service providers involved with the client
• Provides consultation to social work care managers regarding client's health and medical conditions including medications. Acts as liaison to clients' medical providers when communication from a nursing professional is warranted
• Establishes eligibility for oral nutritional supplements according to MSSP policy and maintains required documentation for provision to client according to MSSP program requirements
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of case recordingsRequirementsQUALIFICATIONS: -
  • Current California Department of Consumer Affairs Board of Registered Nursing license, plus a minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience in elder care is required. PHN experience/certification is preferred
  • Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program
  • Ability to use word processing software, email, and electronic health systems to maintain case records and communicate with staff
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health care providers issued by the American Heart Association required
  • Must have received or be willing to receive the Covid-19 vaccination by the date of hire to be consideredTo be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements and competencies listed above. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. -The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.

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