RN Clinical Leader - PACE Elder Service Plan New

About CHA PACE

Cambridge Health Alliance's Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a nationally recognized model of care that serves adults aged 55 and older living with chronic medical and/or mental health challenges.

At CHA PACE, our mission is to support our program participants in achieving the highest level of independence within their communities and preventing nursing home placement. Our high-functioning interdisciplinary team supports this goal by providing fully integrated medical and behavioral health services, community resources, and home-based care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Overview

The RN Clinical Leader is a crucial member of the PACE team, responsible for delivering high-quality, coordinated nursing care to participants with complex chronic health conditions. This role requires proficiency in the assessment of geriatric adults with chronic illness, dementia, and mental illness. Clinical responsibilities include performing assessments, triaging care both in-home and at the PACE day clinic, and ensuring participants receive the necessary support they need in their plans of care. In addition, the Clinical Leader will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to foster excellence in nursing practice, assist with team cohesiveness and development, promote evidence-based care, and assume responsibility and accountability for daily operations.

The Clinical Leader demonstrates advanced nursing skills in their respective clinical specialty, as well as the necessary leadership skills to provide functional direction to the PACE nursing team, serve as a clinical resource for staff, and help direct performance initiatives. They will be an advocate for quality patient outcomes and support the mission, vision, and values of Cambridge Health Alliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive geriatric assessments for participants with chronic illness, dementia, and mental health conditions.
• Provide in-home and clinic-based triage, offering coordinated nursing care tailored to the individual needs of each participant.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager to ensure unit organization, quality care, and staff development.
• Provide leadership to nursing staff, offering guidance on clinical practice, professional growth, and care coordination.
• Support performance improvement initiatives within the clinical area, ensuring evidence-based nursing practices.
• Serve as a clinical resource for PACE nursing staff, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant standards of care, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current RN licensure in Massachusetts
• B.S. in Nursing
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Provider certification
• Reliable transportation for daily home visits
• 1-3 years of home care experience
• Highly developed geriatric assessment and clinical skills

Preferred:

• Experience working in a PACE program or within an interdisciplinary team
• Fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, or other languages is a plus
• Phlebotomy skills
• Experience with geriatric, behavioral health, medical/surgical, and/or disabled populations

Location: CHA East Cambridge Care Center

Work Days: 8:00am - 5:00pm with variable start/end times, Monday - Friday, with clinic triage and home care support

Category: Registered Nurse

Department: CHA PACE

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day / Evening

Hours/Week: 36.00

Union Name: MNA Cambridge