What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Senior Focused Care, Santa Monica position at UCLA Health Careers?
DescriptionJoin our compassionate and collaborative care team supporting the Senior Care program! As an RN, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care for our senior population. We are seeking a nurse who brings compassion, professionalism, clinical expertise, and a commitment to excellence in geriatric care. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, etc
- Monitor and document patients’ clinical status and communicate changes to the care team
- Triage phone calls and respond to patient concerns, questions, and follow-up needs
- Provide age-appropriate education to patients and families on disease processes, medications, and wellness strategies
- Participate in care team huddles, case management discussions, and interdisciplinary meetings
- Support care coordination, referrals, and transitions of care for patients moving between clinic, hospital, and home
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention, and population health management projects
- Provide mentorship to new clinical staff
Salary : $66 - $98