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Iona Senior Services lists this Clinical Nurse Manager opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Clinical Nurse Manager
Washington, DC, US
11 days ago Requisition ID: 1045
Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually
Join Our Team at Iona Senior Services!
Are you passionate about creating a welcoming and vibrant community for older adults? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day? If so, we’d love for you to join Iona Senior Services as a Clinical Nurse Manager!
About Iona Senior Services
For over 50 years, Iona Senior Services has been a leader in helping older adults and their families navigate the opportunities and challenges of aging in the greater Washington, D.C. area. As a nonprofit organization, we directly support over 4,700+ individuals annually through innovative programs, including adult day health care, active wellness initiatives, support groups, and more. At Iona, we are committed to fostering a warm, inclusive, and collaborative workplace that promotes professional growth and excellence in service.
SUMMARY :
Reporting to the Adult Day Health Program Director, the Clinical Nurse Manager serves as a liaison between participants, families, care providers, and community resources to ensure participants’ needs are met holistically. This position is primarily focused on health care management, health and wellness education, and ongoing evaluation of services for older adults with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Care Planning for the Participants: Conduct nursing assessments and monitor participants’ health status using input from participants, caregivers, providers, and the interdisciplinary team.
Evaluate participants’ progress toward health goals and adjust plans accordingly.
Monitor adherence to care plans across disciplines and ensure continuity of care.
Responsibilities to Participants Initiate the nursing assessment and nursing portion of the person-centered care plan
Oversee the delivery of participant services to ensure compliance with Center policies and Oversight Agency regulations
Serve as a clinical resource and support for managing complex participant needs
Provide direct support for participants who are experiencing emotional or behavioral dysregulation
Provide medication oversight and ensure treatments are administered safely and according to physician orders, delegating where appropriate
Maintain accurate and complete participant records and documentation
Design and oversee health-related group programming that supports functional and cognitive well-being
Be present on the floor during lunch to monitor dietary needs and participant safety during meals
Responsibilities to the Staff Orient, supervise and train health aides and nursing students to their duties, clinical policies
Ensure all staff are familiar with the procedures and requirements of the Wellness & Arts Center
Plan in-service and clinical staff meetings
Participate in multi-disciplinary care plan meetings
Complete PPD on new staff as needed and maintain a PPD roster
Communicate with staff regarding the care of participants as events or changes occur
Supervise LPN and/or Med Tech, when these positions are needed and filled
Responsibilities to the Program Data and Quality Improvement
Track and report on key health metrics and trends; participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits to improve clinical outcomes
Manager internal and external incident reporting in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Manage Infection Control and Prevention within the Center
Attend required trainings
Develop/update Policies and Procedures as needed and at least annually
Provide bimonthly therapeutic programs on health issues for the participants
Manage the Center nursing budget
Ensure compliance with Medicaid, Veterans Administration and DACL requirements; assist with on-site annual reviews
Plan and conduct health and wellness presentations to staff and community as needed
Family and Caregiver Support Provide support and education to families individually as needed
Maintain contact with participant’s Primary Care Provider regarding changes in participant’s condition, medication adjustments or the need for additional services
Maintain ongoing regular communication with all caregivers regarding participant’s health status.
Emergency Response and Crisis Management Respond promptly and effectively to medical and behavioral emergencies, including performing first aid or CPR as needed
Initiate appropriate emergency protocols, including taking vitals, calling EMS, notifying families, and documenting incidents
Train and guide staff on emergency preparedness procedures and individual emergency care plans
Other Responsibilities Network with other day centers and referral resources
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: District of Columbia licensed Registered Nurse, required
At least two years’ experience working with older adults
Experience/familiarity with Adult Day Health Program, community nursing practice, or geriatric care, preferred
Strong physical assessment skills
Computer Literacy and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, preferred
Able to lift 20 pounds
Documentation of initial and annual negative PPD test or chest x-ray, required
CPR and First Aid certification, required
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Worksite address
washington, DC, 20022, US
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