What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wellness Nurse-Part Time position at City of Chicopee?
Wellness Nurse Department: Council on Aging Employment Status:
Non-Exempt; UFCW 1459 Admin; Full-Time (14 Hours/Week) Pay Grade: Grade
A11: Step 01 - Step 04 Salary Range: \$28.73/Hour - \$37.61/Hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday Certifications/Licenses Required: Masters
Degree In Nursing (Or four or more years of related expierence), Current
license to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in Commonwealth of
Massachusetts. SUMMARY The City of Chicopee\'s Council on Aging
Department is hiring a Part-Time Wellness Nurse who will provide on one
consultation with older adults and/or their families and/or their
physician/pharmacist. The Nurse also provides the same services to frail
homebound older adults. Responsible for all record keeping and
follow-ups. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE: Provides initial assessments to
Chicopee residents who are sixty (60) years or older. Follow-up,
monitors and makes referrals, as necessary. Counsels clients and/or
family regarding health care and problems. Tests blood sugar levels,
high blood pressure, anemia, weight loss or gain and/or depression, as
necessary. Informs older adults on proper medication management,
medication information, instruction, instruction on use of medical
equipment, give Vitamin B-12 shots as prescribed by a physician, does
dressing changes and does assessment for unhealthy use of alcohol and/or
prescription drugs. Provide nutrition counseling based upon
evidence-based programs. Keeps accurate health records on each client.
Orders all supplies necessary for operation of the Wellness Center
Performs physical exams. Informs the Social Services Coordinator and/or
other staff as appropriate of any changes in the elder\'s well-being or
follow up that might be necessary. Advocates or informs physicians
and/or family and/or other health services of any follow-up care which
the client might need. Orders necessary supplies. Facilities various
support groups, including a support group for diabetics. Plans for
health promotional programs. Provides in-home nursing services for those
who have no alternative. QUALIFICATIONS Registered Nurse Master\'s
Degree (M.A) - Required Or four or more years related experience and/or
training of direct care nursing elders; or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Current license to practice as Registered
Professional Nurse in Commonwealth of Massachusetts. - Required
Non-Exempt; UFCW 1459 Admin; Full-Time (14 Hours/Week) Pay Grade: Grade
A11: Step 01 - Step 04 Salary Range: \$28.73/Hour - \$37.61/Hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday Certifications/Licenses Required: Masters
Degree In Nursing (Or four or more years of related expierence), Current
license to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in Commonwealth of
Massachusetts. SUMMARY The City of Chicopee\'s Council on Aging
Department is hiring a Part-Time Wellness Nurse who will provide on one
consultation with older adults and/or their families and/or their
physician/pharmacist. The Nurse also provides the same services to frail
homebound older adults. Responsible for all record keeping and
follow-ups. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE: Provides initial assessments to
Chicopee residents who are sixty (60) years or older. Follow-up,
monitors and makes referrals, as necessary. Counsels clients and/or
family regarding health care and problems. Tests blood sugar levels,
high blood pressure, anemia, weight loss or gain and/or depression, as
necessary. Informs older adults on proper medication management,
medication information, instruction, instruction on use of medical
equipment, give Vitamin B-12 shots as prescribed by a physician, does
dressing changes and does assessment for unhealthy use of alcohol and/or
prescription drugs. Provide nutrition counseling based upon
evidence-based programs. Keeps accurate health records on each client.
Orders all supplies necessary for operation of the Wellness Center
Performs physical exams. Informs the Social Services Coordinator and/or
other staff as appropriate of any changes in the elder\'s well-being or
follow up that might be necessary. Advocates or informs physicians
and/or family and/or other health services of any follow-up care which
the client might need. Orders necessary supplies. Facilities various
support groups, including a support group for diabetics. Plans for
health promotional programs. Provides in-home nursing services for those
who have no alternative. QUALIFICATIONS Registered Nurse Master\'s
Degree (M.A) - Required Or four or more years related experience and/or
training of direct care nursing elders; or equivalent combination of
education and experience. Current license to practice as Registered
Professional Nurse in Commonwealth of Massachusetts. - Required
Salary : $29 - $38