Come join our awesome team as the Behavioral Health Specialist with Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE. Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Pay: $65,000 - $83,000 annually Relocation Bonus Offered Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional weekends, required to travel to participant homes and between centers (Eckert & Montrose). Employer/Employee Benefits:<ul> <li>Medical, Dental and Vision insurance</li> <li>Health Savings Account (HSA)</li> <li>Flexible Saving Account (FSA) </li> <li>403(b) - with discretionary contribution </li> <li>Paid Vacation/Sick Time</li> <li>Employee Referral Program</li> </ul> Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees: <ul> <li>Scholarships</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li>Wellness program</li> <li>Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)</li> <li>Short term disability </li> <li>Loan program</li> <li>NEW! NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.</li> <li>Ministry Program</li> </ul> The Behavioral Health Specialist organizes and implements behavioral health services to Senior CommUnity Care participants and families. Provides behavioral health assessments, individual and group counseling in formats appropriate to clinical populations served. Conducts assessments of clients' mental health and cognitive functioning and develops appropriate treatment plan. Collaborates as part of an interdisciplinary team and promotes professional working relationships with both internal and external customers. Represents Senior CommUnity Care PACE in community settings via formal presentations and community committees as appropriate. QUALIFICATIONS:<ul> <li>Education: Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work or counseling required. Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered or certified if applicable in the state of employment. Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker required. </li> <li>Experience: A minimum of one year's experience working with frail or elderly population required. Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting is preferable. Experience and training in bio-psychosocial assessments, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, grief counseling, treatment of substance uses disorders and non-violent crisis intervention a plus. Experience with severe and persistent mental illnesses and personality disorders required.</li> </ul> Skills and Knowledge:<ul> <li>Experience with frail/chronically ill elderly people.</li> <li>Ability to provide psychosocial assessment and individual, family and group counseling.</li> <li>Thorough knowledge and understanding of the DSM5/ICD-10 required.</li> <li>Effective verbal/written communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.</li> <li>Ability to use and navigate on a computer, using MS Word and other applications. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.</li> <li>Training and/or mentoring experience and ability to complete performance objectives, measures and evaluations.</li> <li>Good public speaking skills with all size groups.</li> <li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and written.</li> <li>Only acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice. Must meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by Senior Community Care and approved by CMS before working independently.</li> </ul> ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<ul> <li>Upon referral from Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) or Social Worker, performs in person initial assessments of Senior CommUnity Care participants to obtain a complete psychosocial history, which may include descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics mental health and substance dependency and other issues and needs. Coordinates with the IDT to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant receiving behavioral health services. Reassesses participants as needed to assess progress in therapy. Keeps IDT apprised of changes and progress in treatment. </li> <li>Functions as a consultant to the IDT. Attends IDT when necessary to present updates related to significant changes with participant status, education related to care planning for participants receiving behavioral health services, or in absence of the social worker. </li> <li>Ensures that Social Workers are kept informed of behavioral health services offered to participants and coordinates care in conjunction with the Social Work Team. </li> <li>Provides ongoing support, counsel, and education to participants and family regarding a variety of issues, including but not limited to: mental health disorders, coping strategies, grief and loss, the aging process, and treatment for behavioral health. </li> <li>Presents recommendations to IDT for recommended services to support participants with mental health needs and psychiatry referrals. Supports Social Workers with coordination of care with psychiatry and external counseling services. </li> <li>Supports participants with access to community support regarding mental health services, self-help and other resources related to behavioral health.</li> <li>Follows all mandated reported guidelines regarding reporting of suspected abuse or neglect of an adult and coordinates with social worker as needed. </li> <li>Acts as a resource to other team members, including nursing, transportation, day center and home care staff, and therapy staff regarding topics such as severe and persistent mental health diagnoses, dementia, difficult behaviors, and difficult personalities.</li> <li>Completes and ensures completion of documentation of clinical service, in participant's medical records including initial assessments, re-assessments, counseling sessions, home visits and other significant events according to Senior CommUnity Care documentation requirements.</li> <li>Assists participants and caregivers in filing grievances.</li> <li>Advises on day center or other programming offered via Senior CommUnity Care to meet the behavioral health needs of participants and caregivers.</li> <li>Acts within scope of his or her authority to practice.</li> <li>Follow all Senior CommUnity Care policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.</li> <li>Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures, results and information about employees, participants, and families.</li> <li>Maintains safe working environment. Follows Senior CommUnity Care Safety policies and procedures.</li> <li>As appropriate, participates in and supports Quality Improvement Initiatives.</li> <li>Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications.</li> <li>Performs other duties as required.</li> </ul> Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn't diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success. SCCCO has centers in Montrose and Delta Counties, surrounded by the breathtaking Colorado scenery. We want our staff to love their job and offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package that support a healthy and active work-life balance. SCCCO is Great Place to Work-Certified for 7 years in a row! Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Experience Required<ul><li>Experience with severe and persistent mental illnesses and personality disorders.</li><li>1 year(s): Working with frail or elderly population.</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Experience and training in bio-psychosocial assessments, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, grief counseling, treatment of substance uses disorders and non-violent crisis intervention a plus.</li><li>1 year(s): Working on a multi-disciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting.</li></ul> Education Required<ul> . click apply for full job details<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?DgYyEEfljqltX12KwuTWDwe" width="0" height="0" />

**Behavioral Health Specialist**

Come join our awesome team as the Behavioral Health Specialist with Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE. Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

**Job Description**

- Organize and implement behavioral health services to Senior CommUnity Care participants and families.
- Provide behavioral health assessments, individual and group counseling in formats appropriate to clinical populations served.
- Conduct assessments of clients' mental health and cognitive functioning and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team and promote professional working relationships with both internal and external customers.
- Represent Senior CommUnity Care PACE in community settings via formal presentations and community committees as appropriate.

**Requirements**

- Education: Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work or counseling required. Be legally authorized, currently licensed, registered, or certified if applicable in the state of employment. Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker required.
- Experience: A minimum of one year's experience working with frail or elderly population required. Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home, or community-based setting is preferable. Experience and training in bio-psychosocial assessments, dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, grief counseling, treatment of substance use disorders, and non-violent crisis intervention a plus. Experience with severe and persistent mental illnesses and personality disorders required.

**Skills and Knowledge**

- Experience with frail/chronically ill elderly people.
- Ability to provide psychosocial assessment and individual, family, and group counseling.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the DSM5/ICD-10 required.
- Effective verbal/written communication skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Ability to use and navigate on a computer, using MS Word and other applications. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.
- Training and/or mentoring experience and ability to complete performance objectives, measures, and evaluations.
- Good public speaking skills with all size groups.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
- Only acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice. Must meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by Senior Community Care and approved by CMS before working independently.

**Essential Functions**

- Upon referral from Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) or Social Worker, perform in-person initial assessments of Senior CommUnity Care participants to obtain a complete psychosocial history, which may include descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics, mental health, substance dependency, and other issues and needs. Coordinate with the IDT to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant receiving behavioral health services. Reassess participants as needed to assess progress in therapy. Keep IDT apprised of changes and progress in treatment.
- Function as a consultant to the IDT. Attend IDT when necessary to present updates related to significant changes with participant status, education related to care planning for participants receiving behavioral health services, or in absence of the social worker.
- Ensure that Social Workers are kept informed of behavioral health services offered to participants and coordinate care in conjunction with the Social Work Team.
- Provide ongoing support, counsel, and education to participants and family regarding a variety of issues, including but not limited to: mental health disorders, coping strategies, grief and loss, the aging process, and treatment for behavioral health.
- Present recommendations to IDT for recommended services to support participants with mental health needs and psychiatry referrals. Support Social Workers with coordination of care with psychiatry and external counseling services.
- Support participants with access to community support regarding mental health services, self-help, and other resources related to behavioral health.
- Follow all mandated reporting guidelines regarding reporting of suspected abuse or neglect of an adult and coordinate with social worker as needed.
- Act as a resource to other team members, including nursing, transportation, day center, home care staff, and therapy staff regarding topics such as severe and persistent mental health diagnoses, dementia, difficult behaviors, and difficult personalities.
- Complete and ensure completion of documentation of clinical service in participant's medical records including initial assessments, re-assessments, counseling sessions, home visits, and other significant events according to Senior CommUnity Care documentation requirements.
- Assist participants and caregivers in filing grievances.
- Advise on day center or other programming offered via Senior CommUnity Care to meet the behavioral health needs of participants and caregivers.
- Act within scope of his or her authority to practice.
- Follow all Senior CommUnity Care policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
- Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about employees, participants, and families.
- Maintain a safe working environment. Follow Senior CommUnity Care Safety policies and procedures.
- As appropriate, participate in and support Quality Improvement Initiatives.
- Participate in continuing education classes and any required staff training meetings. Maintain professional affiliations and any required certifications.
- Perform other duties as required.

**Community Overview**

Senior Community Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn't diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success. SCCCO has centers in Montrose and Delta Counties, surrounded by breathtaking Colorado scenery.

We want our staff to love their job and offer flexible work schedules along with a comprehensive benefits package that supports a healthy and active work-life balance. SCCCO is Great Place to Work-Certified for 7 years in a row!

Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures our organization's shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Behavioral Health Specialist

Come join our awesome team as a Occupational Therapist with Home Health of Western Colorado. This is a PRN role! Must have Pediatric experience. Home Health of Western Colorado is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Pay: $48.95 - $53.87 per hour, based on experience! Schedule: PRN and requires travel to client's homes. The Occupational Therapist will provide ongoing therapy to clients in a timely manner per physician's orders. Communicate progress within the agency of client progress. The Occupational Therapist evaluates and treats clients, communicates with families, physicians and other health team members and maintains appropriate documentation of services and complying with State and Federal regulations. Participates in on-going agency meetings and conducts in-service and training for agency staff on ongoing basis. QUALIFICATIONS: <ul> <li>Graduate from an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association or is eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Association under its requirements.</li> <li>Must be licensed or registered in state as an Occupational Therapist.</li> <li>A minimum of one year experience as an Occupational Therapist.</li> <li>Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.</li> <li>Ability to understand medical terminology and how it applies to Occupational Therapy in order to communicate effectively with clients, staff and physicians, and to prepare meaningful reports.</li> <li>Coordination and dexterity necessary to manipulate tools and materials while instructing clients.</li> <li>Adequate strength and endurance to meet physical demands involved in using equipment, tools and materials while instructing clients.</li> <li>Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.</li> </ul> ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: <ul> <li>Evaluates clients and provides Occupational Therapy upon the written order of the client's attending physician.</li> <li>Manages and supervises the Occupational Therapy assistants and/or rehabilitation aides in direct client care and client-related activities.</li> <li>Plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates the Occupational Therapy offered by the department (i.e.: assist with scheduling, transportation, filing, and mailing).</li> <li>Provides Occupational Therapy to the clients upon written order of the resident's attending physician and specifically: <ul> <li>Evaluates each client and initiates any ordered treatment(s).</li> <li>Communicates a report on the client's progress to the attending physician.</li> <li>Consults with the physician regarding clients' change of condition as indicated during the course of the treatment.</li> <li>Re-evaluates the client in conjunction with the attending physician.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Supervises the delivery of Occupational Therapy Services on a regular basis to ensure an acceptable level of performance from Occupational Assistants.</li> <li>Prepares and maintains treatment records with progress notes and observations, including: <ul> <li>Physician's orders.</li> <li>Objectives of treatments.</li> <li>Plan of care.</li> <li>Treatment. Procedures(s) and baseline clinical data.</li> <li>Evaluation of progress and client's response to treatment.</li> <li>Other pertinent information as required by the facility's policies.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Participates in client care planning conferences when needed to coordinate the care of the clients.</li> <li>Communicate with Director of Clinical Services and other health team members regarding client progress, problems and plans.</li> <li>Administers personnel functions of the Occupational Therapy Department: <ul> <li>Develops, implements, and maintains work routines and staffing schedules.</li> <li>Initiates and directs in-service training programs for the department.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings.</li> <li>Confers with the Director of Clinical Services on an annual basis relevant to the development and implementation of department objectives with respect to overall agency and organizational goals. </li> <li>Conducts or participates in continuing education programs for agency staff as coordinated by the Staff Development Coordinator.</li> <li>Attends required in-services & completes assign online modules.</li> <li>Assists in ensuring that Occupational Therapy services are provided on a continuous basis without interruption. This includes finding supportive personnel if regular employee is absent due to vacation, sickness, leave of absence or other reasons, excluding Holidays. Assist with finding replacement for Therapist when needed.</li> <li>Participates in department infection prevention and control, and safety programs.</li> <li>Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Clinical Services.</li> <li>Comply with the Occupational Therapy Practice Act in the state.</li> </ul> At Home Health of Western Colorado, our aim is to find friendly and compassionate staff who are specially trained to care for patients' needs as individuals, respect their privacy, and help clients maintain as much independence as possible. While providing at-home care to our patients, we want our staff to feel cared for and love their work while maintaining a work-life balance, so offering employees paid-time off benefits is a part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work. Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job". Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Experience Required<ul><li>1 year(s): Experience as an Occupational Therapist.</li></ul> Licenses & Certifications Required<ul><li>Driver's License</li><li>Occupational Therapist</li></ul>Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?myye0cEUPm6nZmrcjeh7Gwy" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

Come join our awesome team as an Occupational Therapist with Home Health of Western Colorado. This is a PRN role! Must have pediatric experience.

Home Health of Western Colorado is part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the housing and healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

**Job Description**

- Pay: $48.95 - $53.87 per hour, based on experience!
- Schedule: PRN and requires travel to client's homes.
- The Occupational Therapist will provide ongoing therapy to clients in a timely manner per physician's orders.
- Communicate progress within the agency of client progress.
- Evaluate and treat clients, communicate with families, physicians, and other health team members, and maintain appropriate documentation of services while complying with state and federal regulations.
- Participate in ongoing agency meetings and conduct in-service training for agency staff on an ongoing basis.

**Requirements**

- Graduate from an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association or is eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Association under its requirements.
- Must be licensed or registered in the state as an Occupational Therapist.
- A minimum of one year experience as an Occupational Therapist.
- Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and have means of transportation.
- Ability to understand medical terminology and how it applies to Occupational Therapy in order to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and physicians, and to prepare meaningful reports.
- Coordination and dexterity necessary to manipulate tools and materials while instructing clients.
- Adequate strength and endurance to meet physical demands involved in using equipment, tools, and materials while instructing clients.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.

**Essential Functions**

- Evaluate clients and provide Occupational Therapy upon the written order of the client's attending physician.
- Manage and supervise the Occupational Therapy assistants and/or rehabilitation aides in direct client care and client-related activities.
- Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate the Occupational Therapy offered by the department (i.e., assist with scheduling, transportation, filing, and mailing).
- Provide Occupational Therapy to the clients upon written order of the resident's attending physician, including:
  - Evaluate each client and initiate any ordered treatment(s).
  - Communicate a report on the client's progress to the attending physician.
  - Consult with the physician regarding clients' change of condition as indicated during the course of treatment.
  - Re-evaluate the client in conjunction with the attending physician.
- Supervise the delivery of Occupational Therapy services on a regular basis to ensure an acceptable level of performance from Occupational Assistants.
- Prepare and maintain treatment records with progress notes and observations, including:
  - Physician's orders.
  - Objectives of treatments.
  - Plan of care.
  - Treatment procedures(s) and baseline clinical data.
  - Evaluation of progress and client's response to treatment.
  - Other pertinent information as required by the facility's policies.
- Participate in client care planning conferences when needed to coordinate the care of the clients.
- Communicate with the Director of Clinical Services and other health team members regarding client progress, problems, and plans.
- Administer personnel functions of the Occupational Therapy Department:
  - Develop, implement, and maintain work routines and staffing schedules.
  - Initiate and direct in-service training programs for the department.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Confer with the Director of Clinical Services on an annual basis relevant to the development and implementation of department objectives with respect to overall agency and organizational goals.
- Conduct or participate in continuing education programs for agency staff as coordinated by the Staff Development Coordinator.
- Attend required in-services & complete assigned online modules.
- Assist in ensuring that Occupational Therapy services are provided on a continuous basis without interruption. This includes finding supportive personnel if regular employee is absent due to vacation, sickness, leave of absence, or other reasons, excluding holidays. Assist with finding replacement for Therapist when needed.
- Participate in department infection prevention and control, and safety programs.
- Perform other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Clinical Services.
- Comply with the Occupational Therapy Practice Act in the state.

At Home Health of Western Colorado, our aim is to find friendly and compassionate staff who are specially trained to care for patients' needs as individuals, respect their privacy, and help clients maintain as much independence as possible. While providing at-home care to our patients, we want our staff to feel cared for and love their work while maintaining a work-life balance. Offering employees paid-time off benefits is a part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work.

Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job".

Take pride in helping others and join us today!

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organization's shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

**Experience Required**

- 1 year(s): Experience as an Occupational Therapist.

**Licenses & Certifications Required**

- Driver's License
- Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist PRN

Come join our awesome team as a PRN RN with Horizons Care Center! This is a PRN role on days (6a-6:30pm). Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!" Hourly Pay: $39.59 - $46.55 per hour, based on experience. Schedule: PRN, days (6a-6:30p), occasional weekends required Employer/Employee Benefits: <ul> <li>403(b) - with discretionary contribution </li> <li>Employee Referral Program</li> </ul> Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees: <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li>Loan program</li> <li> NEW! NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday. </li> <li>Ministry Program</li> </ul> <ul></ul> <ul></ul> The Registered Nurse is to utilize the nursing process in planning and providing direct care to residents as assigned. The nurse will plan, direct and carry out shift routines in assigned nursing unit and observe, direct and evaluate the activities of personnel as the person "in charge" according to the Nurse Practice Act. Will assume "Building Charge" responsibilities as directed by the DON or Designee. QUALIFICATIONS: <ul> <li>Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.</li> <li>Current CPR Certification.</li> <li>Maintenance of required CEU's.</li> <li>Experience in long-term care preferred.</li> </ul> Preferred Skills: <ul> <li>Good problem solver with abilities to make independent judgments utilizing initiative, discretion and the nursing process as needed.</li> <li>Demonstrates leadership ability.</li> <li>Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.</li> <li>Ability to prioritize duties.</li> <li>Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.</li> <li>Clinical competence to utilize the nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments of residents.</li> <li>Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.</li> <li>Must be a team player.</li> <li>Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention and Infection Control and OSHA guidelines.</li> </ul> <ul></ul> ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: <ul> <li>Provides leadership and direction in the assigned unit: <ul> <li>Role models positive communication skills with NA/R's, C.N.A.'s, STNAs, TMA's (if applicable), interdisciplinary team, supervisory and management team, customers, residents and families.</li> <li>Listen to shift report and keep open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers and on-coming shift.</li> <li>Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.</li> <li>Assign personnel appropriately to meet resident needs.</li> <li>Ensure that unit personnel on your shift are carrying out their assignments.</li> <li>Attend nurses and team meetings as scheduled and/or assigned.</li> <li>Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.</li> <li>Report occupational exposures to needlesticks, blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy and procedures governing accidents and incidents.</li> <li>Brings concerns/improvement suggestions to facility leadership and QAA/QAPI committee.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Resident Care Functions: <ul> <li>Maintains competence in all required skills within assigned area(s).</li> <li>Treats and ensures that residents are treated with respect and dignity.</li> <li>Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect per company policy</li> <li>Perform nursing techniques for the comfort and well being of the resident.</li> <li>Administers prescribed medications and treatments per MD orders.</li> <li>Is drug knowledgeable and reports resident response, side effects, responds to drug considerations and reports problems or potential problems to the physicians.</li> <li>Maintains all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner according to policies and procedures of the facility.</li> <li>Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications and treatments.</li> <li>Make physician/provider calls to report resident change in condition.</li> <li>Keep Resident Representative and families updated on resident conditions.</li> <li>Comply with acute emergency protocols and tasks involved in the event of a 911 call.</li> <li>Follows all Advance Directives: DNR/DNI/CPR/Comfort Care protocols and orders.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Charting, Documentation and Assessment Functions <ul> <li>Contribute toward completing and updating resident's care plans.</li> <li>Evaluate and reports the performances of all personnel working under your supervision and direction.</li> <li>Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures.</li> <li>Accurately transcribes physician's/provider's orders as per facility protocol and forwards necessary information to other departments.</li> <li>Document and report all incidents, accidents that occur involving residents, visitors, and staff.</li> <li>Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident response. Follows VOA Policy and Procedures.</li> <li>Provides ongoing resident assessments as necessary and as assigned and documents these assessments per facility policy. Utilizes E-Interact COC & Care Paths for change in condition.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Personnel Functions: <ul> <li>Attend nurses meetings as scheduled.</li> <li>Maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment.</li> <li>Maintains continuing education requirements.</li> <li>Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.</li> <li>Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Supervisor concerning employee counseling etc.</li> <li>Develop and maintain a good working relationship with inter-departmental personnel.</li> <li>Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Committee Functions: <ul> <li>Serve on, participate in and attend various committees and meetings of the facility to enhance interdisciplinary process.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work. Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job". Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Licenses & Certifications Required<ul><li>Registered Nurse</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>CPR/First Aid</li></ul>Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?pJlSKBzO2sOwF%2b1WJfOhhAj" width="0" height="0" />

**PRN RN**

Come join our awesome team as a PRN RN with Horizons Care Center! This is a PRN role on days (6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.). Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and is proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!

**Job Description**

- Provide direct care to residents as assigned, utilizing the nursing process in planning and providing care.
- Plan, direct, and carry out shift routines in the assigned nursing unit.
- Observe, direct, and evaluate the activities of personnel as the person "in charge" according to the Nurse Practice Act.
- Assume "Building Charge" responsibilities as directed by the Director of Nursing or designee.

**Requirements**

- Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.
- Current CPR Certification.
- Maintenance of required continuing education units (CEUs).
- Experience in long-term care preferred.

**Preferred Skills**

- Good problem solver with abilities to make independent judgments utilizing initiative, discretion, and the nursing process as needed.
- Demonstrates leadership ability.
- Effective communicator with staff, families, and outside agencies.
- Ability to prioritize duties.
- Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.
- Clinical competence to utilize the nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments of residents.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.
- Must be a team player.
- Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention, Infection Control, and OSHA guidelines.

**Benefits**

- Hourly pay: $39.59 - $46.55 per hour, based on experience.
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Loan program.
- NEW! NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.
- Ministry Program.

**Essential Functions**

- Provides leadership and direction in the assigned unit by role modeling positive communication skills with staff and residents.
- Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.
- Ensure that unit personnel on your shift are carrying out their assignments.
- Maintain competence in all required skills within assigned areas.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments per MD orders.
- Document and report all incidents and accidents involving residents, visitors, and staff.

Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work.

Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job."

Take pride in helping others and join us today!

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organization's shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

RN (PRN)

Come join our awesome team as a PRN RN with Horizons Care Center! This is a PRN role on days (6a-6:30pm). Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!" Hourly Pay: $39.59 - $46.55 per hour, based on experience. Schedule: PRN, days (6a-6:30p), occasional weekends required Employer/Employee Benefits: <ul> <li>403(b) - with discretionary contribution </li> <li>Employee Referral Program</li> </ul> Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees: <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li>Loan program</li> <li> NEW! NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday. </li> <li>Ministry Program</li> </ul> <ul></ul> <ul></ul> The Registered Nurse is to utilize the nursing process in planning and providing direct care to residents as assigned. The nurse will plan, direct and carry out shift routines in assigned nursing unit and observe, direct and evaluate the activities of personnel as the person "in charge" according to the Nurse Practice Act. Will assume "Building Charge" responsibilities as directed by the DON or Designee. QUALIFICATIONS: <ul> <li>Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.</li> <li>Current CPR Certification.</li> <li>Maintenance of required CEU's.</li> <li>Experience in long-term care preferred.</li> </ul> Preferred Skills: <ul> <li>Good problem solver with abilities to make independent judgments utilizing initiative, discretion and the nursing process as needed.</li> <li>Demonstrates leadership ability.</li> <li>Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.</li> <li>Ability to prioritize duties.</li> <li>Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.</li> <li>Clinical competence to utilize the nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments of residents.</li> <li>Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.</li> <li>Must be a team player.</li> <li>Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention and Infection Control and OSHA guidelines.</li> </ul> <ul></ul> ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: <ul> <li>Provides leadership and direction in the assigned unit: <ul> <li>Role models positive communication skills with NA/R's, C.N.A.'s, STNAs, TMA's (if applicable), interdisciplinary team, supervisory and management team, customers, residents and families.</li> <li>Listen to shift report and keep open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers and on-coming shift.</li> <li>Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.</li> <li>Assign personnel appropriately to meet resident needs.</li> <li>Ensure that unit personnel on your shift are carrying out their assignments.</li> <li>Attend nurses and team meetings as scheduled and/or assigned.</li> <li>Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.</li> <li>Report occupational exposures to needlesticks, blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy and procedures governing accidents and incidents.</li> <li>Brings concerns/improvement suggestions to facility leadership and QAA/QAPI committee.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Resident Care Functions: <ul> <li>Maintains competence in all required skills within assigned area(s).</li> <li>Treats and ensures that residents are treated with respect and dignity.</li> <li>Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect per company policy</li> <li>Perform nursing techniques for the comfort and well being of the resident.</li> <li>Administers prescribed medications and treatments per MD orders.</li> <li>Is drug knowledgeable and reports resident response, side effects, responds to drug considerations and reports problems or potential problems to the physicians.</li> <li>Maintains all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner according to policies and procedures of the facility.</li> <li>Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications and treatments.</li> <li>Make physician/provider calls to report resident change in condition.</li> <li>Keep Resident Representative and families updated on resident conditions.</li> <li>Comply with acute emergency protocols and tasks involved in the event of a 911 call.</li> <li>Follows all Advance Directives: DNR/DNI/CPR/Comfort Care protocols and orders.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Charting, Documentation and Assessment Functions <ul> <li>Contribute toward completing and updating resident's care plans.</li> <li>Evaluate and reports the performances of all personnel working under your supervision and direction.</li> <li>Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures.</li> <li>Accurately transcribes physician's/provider's orders as per facility protocol and forwards necessary information to other departments.</li> <li>Document and report all incidents, accidents that occur involving residents, visitors, and staff.</li> <li>Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident response. Follows VOA Policy and Procedures.</li> <li>Provides ongoing resident assessments as necessary and as assigned and documents these assessments per facility policy. Utilizes E-Interact COC & Care Paths for change in condition.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Personnel Functions: <ul> <li>Attend nurses meetings as scheduled.</li> <li>Maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment.</li> <li>Maintains continuing education requirements.</li> <li>Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.</li> <li>Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Supervisor concerning employee counseling etc.</li> <li>Develop and maintain a good working relationship with inter-departmental personnel.</li> <li>Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Committee Functions: <ul> <li>Serve on, participate in and attend various committees and meetings of the facility to enhance interdisciplinary process.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work. Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job". Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Licenses & Certifications Required<ul><li>Registered Nurse</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>CPR/First Aid</li></ul>Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?6zh0HttVKxMhli2LmRSY3Qo" width="0" height="0" />

**PRN RN**

Come join our awesome team as a PRN RN with Horizons Care Center! This is a PRN role on days (6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.). Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and is proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!

**Job Description**

- Utilize the nursing process in planning and providing direct care to residents as assigned.
- Plan, direct, and carry out shift routines in the assigned nursing unit.
- Observe, direct, and evaluate the activities of personnel as the person "in charge" according to the Nurse Practice Act.
- Assume "Building Charge" responsibilities as directed by the Director of Nursing or Designee.

**Requirements**

- Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.
- Current CPR Certification.
- Maintenance of required CEUs.
- Experience in long-term care preferred.

**Preferred Skills**

- Good problem solver with abilities to make independent judgments utilizing initiative, discretion, and the nursing process as needed.
- Demonstrates leadership ability.
- Effective communicator with staff, families, and outside agencies.
- Ability to prioritize duties.
- Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.
- Clinical competence to utilize the nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments of residents.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.
- Must be a team player.
- Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention, Infection Control, and OSHA guidelines.

**Essential Functions**

- Provides leadership and direction in the assigned unit:
  - Role models positive communication skills with NA/R's, C.N.A.'s, STNAs, TMA's (if applicable), interdisciplinary team, supervisory and management team, customers, residents, and families.
  - Listen to shift report and keep open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers, and oncoming shift.
  - Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.
  - Assign personnel appropriately to meet resident needs.
  - Ensure that unit personnel on your shift are carrying out their assignments.
  - Attend nurses' and team meetings as scheduled and/or assigned.
  - Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.
  - Report occupational exposures to needlesticks, blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
  - Bring concerns/improvement suggestions to facility leadership and QAA/QAPI committee.

- Resident Care Functions:
  - Maintain competence in all required skills within assigned area(s).
  - Treat residents with respect and dignity.
  - Immediately report any suspected abuse or neglect per company policy.
  - Perform nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the resident.
  - Administer prescribed medications and treatments per MD orders.
  - Be drug knowledgeable and report resident response, side effects, respond to drug considerations, and report problems or potential problems to the physicians.
  - Maintain all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner according to policies and procedures of the facility.
  - Follow all shift routines, policy, and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications, and treatments.
  - Make physician/provider calls to report resident change in condition.
  - Keep Resident Representative and families updated on resident conditions.
  - Comply with acute emergency protocols and tasks involved in the event of a 911 call.
  - Follow all Advance Directives: DNR/DNI/CPR/Comfort Care protocols and orders.

- Charting, Documentation, and Assessment Functions:
  - Contribute toward completing and updating resident's care plans.
  - Evaluate and report the performances of all personnel working under your supervision and direction.
  - Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
  - Accurately transcribe physician's/provider's orders as per facility protocol and forward necessary information to other departments.
  - Document and report all incidents, accidents that occur involving residents, visitors, and staff.
  - Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident response. Follow VOA Policy and Procedures.
  - Provide ongoing resident assessments as necessary and as assigned and document these assessments per facility policy. Utilize E-Interact COC & Care Paths for change in condition.

- Personnel Functions:
  - Attend nurses meetings as scheduled.
  - Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
  - Maintain continuing education requirements.
  - Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.
  - Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Supervisor concerning employee counseling etc.
  - Develop and maintain a good working relationship with inter-departmental personnel.
  - Attend required in-services and complete assigned online modules.

- Committee Functions:
  - Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees and meetings of the facility to enhance interdisciplinary process.

- Other duties as assigned.

Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work.

Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job."

Take pride in helping others and join us today!

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organization's shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Come join our awesome team as a PRN RN with Horizons Care Center! This is a PRN role on days (6a-6:30pm). Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!" Hourly Pay: $39.59 - $46.55 per hour, based on experience. Schedule: PRN, days (6a-6:30p), occasional weekends required Employer/Employee Benefits: <ul> <li>403(b) - with discretionary contribution </li> <li>Employee Referral Program</li> </ul> Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees: <ul> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> <li>Loan program</li> <li> NEW! NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday. </li> <li>Ministry Program</li> </ul> <ul></ul> <ul></ul> The Registered Nurse is to utilize the nursing process in planning and providing direct care to residents as assigned. The nurse will plan, direct and carry out shift routines in assigned nursing unit and observe, direct and evaluate the activities of personnel as the person "in charge" according to the Nurse Practice Act. Will assume "Building Charge" responsibilities as directed by the DON or Designee. QUALIFICATIONS: <ul> <li>Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.</li> <li>Current CPR Certification.</li> <li>Maintenance of required CEU's.</li> <li>Experience in long-term care preferred.</li> </ul> Preferred Skills: <ul> <li>Good problem solver with abilities to make independent judgments utilizing initiative, discretion and the nursing process as needed.</li> <li>Demonstrates leadership ability.</li> <li>Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.</li> <li>Ability to prioritize duties.</li> <li>Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.</li> <li>Clinical competence to utilize the nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments of residents.</li> <li>Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.</li> <li>Must be a team player.</li> <li>Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention and Infection Control and OSHA guidelines.</li> </ul> <ul></ul> ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: <ul> <li>Provides leadership and direction in the assigned unit: <ul> <li>Role models positive communication skills with NA/R's, C.N.A.'s, STNAs, TMA's (if applicable), interdisciplinary team, supervisory and management team, customers, residents and families.</li> <li>Listen to shift report and keep open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers and on-coming shift.</li> <li>Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.</li> <li>Assign personnel appropriately to meet resident needs.</li> <li>Ensure that unit personnel on your shift are carrying out their assignments.</li> <li>Attend nurses and team meetings as scheduled and/or assigned.</li> <li>Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.</li> <li>Report occupational exposures to needlesticks, blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy and procedures governing accidents and incidents.</li> <li>Brings concerns/improvement suggestions to facility leadership and QAA/QAPI committee.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Resident Care Functions: <ul> <li>Maintains competence in all required skills within assigned area(s).</li> <li>Treats and ensures that residents are treated with respect and dignity.</li> <li>Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect per company policy</li> <li>Perform nursing techniques for the comfort and well being of the resident.</li> <li>Administers prescribed medications and treatments per MD orders.</li> <li>Is drug knowledgeable and reports resident response, side effects, responds to drug considerations and reports problems or potential problems to the physicians.</li> <li>Maintains all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner according to policies and procedures of the facility.</li> <li>Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications and treatments.</li> <li>Make physician/provider calls to report resident change in condition.</li> <li>Keep Resident Representative and families updated on resident conditions.</li> <li>Comply with acute emergency protocols and tasks involved in the event of a 911 call.</li> <li>Follows all Advance Directives: DNR/DNI/CPR/Comfort Care protocols and orders.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Charting, Documentation and Assessment Functions <ul> <li>Contribute toward completing and updating resident's care plans.</li> <li>Evaluate and reports the performances of all personnel working under your supervision and direction.</li> <li>Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures.</li> <li>Accurately transcribes physician's/provider's orders as per facility protocol and forwards necessary information to other departments.</li> <li>Document and report all incidents, accidents that occur involving residents, visitors, and staff.</li> <li>Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident response. Follows VOA Policy and Procedures.</li> <li>Provides ongoing resident assessments as necessary and as assigned and documents these assessments per facility policy. Utilizes E-Interact COC & Care Paths for change in condition.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Personnel Functions: <ul> <li>Attend nurses meetings as scheduled.</li> <li>Maintain a clean, safe and efficient work environment.</li> <li>Maintains continuing education requirements.</li> <li>Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.</li> <li>Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Supervisor concerning employee counseling etc.</li> <li>Develop and maintain a good working relationship with inter-departmental personnel.</li> <li>Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Committee Functions: <ul> <li>Serve on, participate in and attend various committees and meetings of the facility to enhance interdisciplinary process.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work. Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job". Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Licenses & Certifications Required<ul><li>Registered Nurse</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>CPR/First Aid</li></ul>Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?AomcbK%2bBv%2f4kaYMK9oe3%2fAp" width="0" height="0" />

**PRN RN**

Come join our awesome team as a PRN RN with Horizons Care Center! This is a PRN role on days (6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.). Horizons Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services, which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization and is proudly listed among the Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report!

**Job Description**

- Utilize the nursing process in planning and providing direct care to residents as assigned.
- Plan, direct, and carry out shift routines in the assigned nursing unit.
- Observe, direct, and evaluate the activities of personnel as the person "in charge" according to the Nurse Practice Act.
- Assume "Building Charge" responsibilities as directed by the Director of Nursing or Designee.

**Requirements**

- Current licensure in the state of Colorado as a Registered Nurse.
- Current CPR Certification.
- Maintenance of required CEUs.
- Experience in long-term care preferred.

**Preferred Skills**

- Good problem solver with abilities to make independent judgments utilizing initiative, discretion, and the nursing process as needed.
- Demonstrates leadership ability.
- Effective communicator with staff, families, and outside agencies.
- Ability to prioritize duties.
- Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.
- Clinical competence to utilize the nursing process to perform physical and cognitive assessments of residents.
- Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation.
- Must be a team player.
- Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention, Infection Control, and OSHA guidelines.

**Benefits**

- Hourly pay: $39.59 - $46.55 per hour, based on experience.
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Loan program.
- NEW! NetSpend - Get paid early: Tap into 50% of your earnings before payday.
- Ministry Program.

**Essential Functions**

- Provides leadership and direction in the assigned unit:
  - Role models positive communication skills with nursing assistants, C.N.A.s, STNAs, TMA.s (if applicable), interdisciplinary team, supervisory and management team, customers, residents, and families.
  - Listen to shift report and keep open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers, and oncoming shift.
  - Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.
  - Assign personnel appropriately to meet resident needs.
  - Ensure that unit personnel on your shift are carrying out their assignments.
  - Attend nurses and team meetings as scheduled and/or assigned.
  - Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.
  - Report occupational exposures to needlesticks, blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy and procedures governing accidents and incidents.
  - Bring concerns/improvement suggestions to facility leadership and QAA/QAPI committee.

- Resident Care Functions:
  - Maintain competence in all required skills within assigned area(s).
  - Treat residents with respect and dignity.
  - Immediately report any suspected abuse or neglect per company policy.
  - Perform nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the resident.
  - Administer prescribed medications and treatments per MD orders.
  - Be drug knowledgeable and report resident response, side effects, respond to drug considerations, and report problems or potential problems to the physicians.
  - Maintain all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner according to policies and procedures of the facility.
  - Follow all shift routines, policy, and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications, and treatments.
  - Make physician/provider calls to report resident change in condition.
  - Keep Resident Representative and families updated on resident conditions.
  - Comply with acute emergency protocols and tasks involved in the event of a 911 call.
  - Follow all Advance Directives: DNR/DNI/CPR/Comfort Care protocols and orders.

- Charting, Documentation, and Assessment Functions:
  - Contribute toward completing and updating resident's care plans.
  - Evaluate and report the performances of all personnel working under your supervision and direction.
  - Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
  - Accurately transcribe physician's/provider's orders as per facility protocol and forward necessary information to other departments.
  - Document and report all incidents, accidents that occur involving residents, visitors, and staff.
  - Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident response. Follow VOA Policy and Procedures.
  - Provide ongoing resident assessments as necessary and as assigned and document these assessments per facility policy. Utilize E-Interact COC & Care Paths for change in condition.

- Personnel Functions:
  - Attend nurses meetings as scheduled.
  - Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
  - Maintain continuing education requirements.
  - Initiate disciplinary action when the performance of personnel warrants such action.
  - Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Supervisor concerning employee counseling etc.
  - Develop and maintain a good working relationship with inter-departmental personnel.
  - Attend required in-services and complete assigned online modules.

- Committee Functions:
  - Serve on, participate in, and attend various committees and meetings of the facility to enhance interdisciplinary process.

- Other duties as assigned.

Situated at the base of the scenic Grand Mesa in Eckert, CO, Horizons Health Care Center offers staff the opportunity to connect with a tight community while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We help to foster a work-life balance by offering employees paid-time off benefits as part of our comprehensive benefits package. Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work.

Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven years running by its employees! Their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job."

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At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organization's shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.