Registered Nurse

(No less than 20 hours per week for up to 5 Residents)

The Ozanam Nurse is responsible for following the plan of care developed by VA referring healthcare providers. This includes medication management, monitoring vital signs and coordination of care with VA medical staff. The services to be provided shall include but are not limited to:

Meeting with all newly admitted assigned veterans within 72 hours to complete a nursing assessment that includes selfcare skills and to document prescribed medication and orders.

Providing weekly education and assistance with medication management and treatment compliance within the scope of practice for nursing.

Monitoring vital signs and following up with VA medical staff as appropriate within the scope of practice for nursing.

Providing assistance for minor procedures (e.g. dressing change, irrigation) within the scope of practice for nursing.

Providing health education in areas such as sleep, nutrition, hygiene, coping with chronic illnesses and pain management.

Assisting Veterans with the use of VA telehealth as needed.

Overseeing and assisting with coordination of Veteran participation in in-home health care and outpatient services to address varying recuperative needs (i.e. Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Wound Care, etc.)

Supporting coordination of care with VA providers and the VA Liaison to ensure continuity of care.

Maintaining a timely and thorough electronic clinical record that documents medical prescriptions and orders issued by physicians and that documents nursing notes in a professional manner that utilizes clear goal setting and progress towards those goals (e.g. SOAP).

Participating as part of a team to formulate an Individualized Care Plan, monitor Veteran progress, and engage in team problem solving.

Ozanam Manor provides transitional housing for homeless elderly and disabled individuals. Residents experience a wide variety of medical and cognitive issues. The focus is to identify and address healthcare issues that affect the ability to obtain and maintain permanent housing. This includes:

Identifying Residents with higher healthcare needs and lesser ability to manage their healthcare and activities of daily living (ADL).

Assisting residents with navigating the healthcare system, obtaining appropriate medical care, and making appointments as needed.

Ensuring transportation is arranged for medical appointments.

Assisting residents with the use of telehealth as needed.

On a case- by- case basis, accompanying residents to medical appointments.

Participating in weekly case conferencing to monitor resident progress, engage in team problem solving, and provide education to case managers on resident medical concerns.

Addressing minor medical concerns of Residents with appropriate over the counter (OTC) remedies.

Maintaining timely and thorough documentation in established electronic system.

Overseeing the medication management processes of the Program, including arranging for Residents to take medication assisted therapy (MAT) at their clinic, physician’s office, or another off-site location. When consistent with the individual’s treatment plan, storing a Resident’s MAT medication in a lock box within the Program for the individual be personally responsible for self-administration.

Acting as healthcare resource for Ozanam staff.

Administering first aid to Residents as needed.

Other duties as assigned

Overall:

Participate in and serve as a model for SVdP’s Culture of Philanthropy, and ensure SVdP volunteers feel welcomed and appreciated *

* Volunteer engagement and appreciation, as well as Culture of Philanthropy participation are part of all job descriptions at SVdP, and a very important part of the organizational culture and values

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is dedicated to feeding, clothing, housing and healing individuals and families in our community who have nowhere else to turn for help. As important, SVdP provides meaningful opportunities for volunteers to serve their neighbors in need with love and compassion.

As an employer, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul knows the importance of exceeding the expectation of being an “equal opportunity employer”. As an organization, we are actively seeking to build a diverse and inclusive team with a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to support the incredible diversity of the guests we serve within St. Vincent de Paul. SVdP does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a veteran, status as an individual with a disability, and any other characteristics.

Equal opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans