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Institute on Aging

Provides elder care services and advocacy

Nurse Liaison

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time$53 - $56 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Registered Nurse (R.N.) license in California is required.
  • A minimum of two years working with disabled adults and/or older adults as a registered nurse is required.
  • Experience providing trainings and education to a diverse group is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Detail orientation, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks are required.
  • Computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a consultant for Care Management staff regarding medical health issues individuals are facing, such as diabetes management, medication management, wound care, and other acute or chronic illnesses.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and care conferences, and provide recommendations regarding safe level of care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team.
  • Ensure individuals transitioning out of institutional settings have the long-term supports and services necessary to promote safe community living.
  • Review all discharge paperwork and consult as needed with inpatient, outpatient, and primary care providers.
  • Provide ongoing training to CalAIM staff relevant to the client population and program.
  • Complete required assessments and documentation for waived services programs, and liaise with Care Management staff to ensure clinical documentation meets best-practice guidelines.
  • Review utilization patterns of individuals with high health care utilization to analyze medical factors leading to utilization and assist Care Management staff in implementing health promotion interventions.
  • Work collaboratively with the CalAIM Leadership Team to improve program and process efficiencies.
  • Monitor the quantity and quality of services provided by other involved providers.
  • Participate in and promote ongoing efforts toward Continuous Quality Improvement.
  • Attend and actively participate in team and program meetings, activities, and problem-solving endeavors, and contribute to open lines of communication within the team.
  • Understand and apply the regulatory and procedural requirements of the Institute on Aging.
  • Attend continuing education classes and/or in-service training to increase knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to the CalAIM client population.
  • Perform other reasonably related responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience working with individuals with mental and/or behavioral health diagnoses and substance abuse disorders is highly preferred.
  • Prior experience working with a health plan and/or in a skilled nursing facility or hospital setting is preferred.

About the Company

Institute on Aging

Provides elder care services and advocacy

Institute on Aging (IOA) provides services and advocacy to help Bay Area seniors maintain independence and safety as they age. It runs home care and case management, Elder Abuse Prevention, The Friendship Line (a 24-hour suicide prevention warm line for seniors), adult day care for those with Alzheimer's and dementia, and the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which combines medical care, physical therapy, and enrichment activities. IOA also offers CONNECT, a free community referral service for elder needs. Operating in San Francisco and surrounding regions (SF, Marin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, East Bay, the Peninsula, and parts of Riverside/San Bernardino), IOA differentiates itself through its integrated, community-based approach that combines direct care, crisis support, preventive programs, and navigation services to help older adults stay independent safely at home as long as possible.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Founded
1985

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