What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Acadian Health?
Acadian Health, a division of Acadian Companies, was established to deliver exceptional healthcare services by bridging the gap between patients and providers, all within the comfort of the patient's home while reducing the strain on traditional hospitals resulting in more members of the community receiving local, personalized healthcare. With over five decades of experience in mobile healthcare, Acadian has led the way in collaborating with a Mobile Integrated Healthcare network to offer top-tier care in an at-home setting. Acadian Health providers leverage their advanced skills to act as the eyes, ears, and hands of their healthcare partners, ensuring seamless, high-quality care for patients.
The Acadian Health Division is looking to hire a full-time Registered Nurse in Stafford Township, NJ.
The selected candidate will primarily be responsible for the care and management of the patients enrolled in a partnered Acadian Health Program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to environmental assessments, comprehensive clinical assessments, interaction and treatment of patients, including facilitating continuity of care by interacting with other members of their interdisciplinary care team. Selected candidates will be responsible for participating in medical research and treatment modalities as directed by the Medical Director; as well as other operational support functions as assigned. Additional duties may include leadership roles and training/mentoring as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Conduct comprehensive physical/environmental assessments based on patient-specific needs
Provide non-emergent acute clinical care in a non-traditional setting
Work as an extension of virtual care teams, assisting with patient care and coordination under personalized-patient medical direction
Support and monitor the patient’s care plan, identifying and reporting any deviations from the prescribed patient care plan
Engage with patients and their care teams through virtual conferencing and in-person home visits
Provide disease-specific education to the patient and/or caregivers
Collaborate with various agencies and Acadian Health team members to maintain seamless continuity of care, including coordination with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, and hospital case managers
Maintain timely and accurate patient medical records utilizing electronic health record software
Make informed decisions in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
Participate in community health initiatives such as blood pressure or immunization clinics, to promote Acadian Companies
Perform other duties as assigned by the Acadian Health Operations Director or Medical Director
QUALIFICATIONS
Hold an Associate Degree in Nursing; Bachelors preferred
Hold an active Registered Nursing license in the state of employment
Current BLS and ACLS certifications established by the American Heart Association
Current and valid state-issued driver’s license determined by appropriate state requirements and acceptable driving record in accordance with Acadian’s driving and insurability policies
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to provide effective coaching and leadership
Ability to adhere to established stands for educational quality
Familiarity with basic computer applications and functions
Team-oriented and able to work effectively and efficiently with others
Ability to lift 50 lbs safely
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Orientation to job requirements
Completion of the Acadian Health clinical education program
Completion of ride-along shifts with current Acadian Health Staff
Clearance to perform; issued by an Acadian Health Operations Supervisor
Participation in the Acadian Health Continuing Education program
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
