National Health Foundation (NHF) is an independent, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to improving and enhancing the healthcare of the underserved by developing and supporting innovative programs. NHF’s Pathway Recuperative Care, located in Los Angeles County provides hospitals a safe discharge option for homeless patients who are not sick enough to remain in the hospital, but too sick for a shelter. Pathway Recuperative Care operates at two locations, Mid-City and La Puente. This position will report to the Los Angeles Site (most of the time). The R.N. Medical Coordinator, as part of an interdisciplinary team, will provide strong nursing and assessment skills to our recuperative care clients.
“Nurses who work with homeless people are unanimous in the belief that, more so than with any other group of patients with whom they could work, they are truly making a difference in someone’s life.” Healing Hands, April 2005, A publication of the HCH Clinicians Network
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Review all patient referrals for recuperative care admission and ensure approved patients meet the admission criteria
Ensure daily rounds are conducted to review care plans, organize transportation to follow up medical appointments; monitor client care services
Review/update client care plans
Coordinate follow up medical visits
Maintain follow up monitoring and tracking of post recuperative care clients
Ensure crisis situations are handled and the appropriate paperwork completed
Orders medical, office and client welfare needs
Complete and maintain accurate and up to date charts in electronic databases and client charts
Close out all monthly expenses and submit reports in a timely manner
Cooperatively work with other members of the team including active participation in department and agency staff meetings and trainings
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Must have three (3) years solid nursing experience in a healthcare setting
One (1) year working with underserved populations
Must be able to work autonomously and as part of a team in non-traditional setting, have a thorough knowledge of community resources, and be a strong patient advocate
Proficient in computer applications and electronic records, MS Word, Excel, Outlook
QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in California
Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
Should be flexible and culturally sensitive (to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, and sexual orientation, as well as to the culture of poverty and of homelessness)
Excellent communication and organizational skills
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this position please submit your cover letter and resume to Shakoy Green, DIrector of Recuperative Care via email at sgreen@nhfca.org.