Universal RN

InnovAge helps seniors age in their own homes with dignity through the Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). InnovAge is dedicated to expanding this successful program to serve as many seniors as possible across the country. We hire exceptional people for our programs in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Florida. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the independence and quality of life for those we serve, on their terms. Our purpose is to help older adults remain mobile, prolong their health, and continue living in their own homes.

The Universal RN (Registered Nurse) provides skilled nursing care in accordance with InnovAge policies, clinical standards, and all applicable regulations. This universal role supports participants in both clinic and in-home settings (as assigned), partners with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and execute individualized Plans of Care, and supports safe, efficient care delivery for frail and elderly participants. Physical presence at an InnovAge center and/or participant home is essential to performing the duties of this role.

Perform comprehensive assessments, reassessments, and ongoing monitoring to identify needs, changes in condition, and appropriate level of care; update Plans of Care accordingly. Implement provider orders (MD/DO/NP/PA), including administering medications, treatments, wound care, and other skilled nursing interventions. Triage participant and staff calls to determine priority and route/escalate appropriately. Provide medication administration, reconciliation, and training in self-administration for non-scheduled medications; monitor and promote adherence. Educate participants and caregivers/families on conditions, medications, equipment, safety, and disease management. Schedule and coordinate outside specialist visits, diagnostics, and hospital admissions as needed; arrange transportation when applicable. Observe, record, and promptly report participant condition and response to treatments/medications to providers. Participate in IDT meetings, family conferences, and case reviews; contribute to the development and adjustment of Plans of Care. Complete timely, accurate documentation in the medical record; meet all agency and regulatory charting, reporting, certification/recertification, and discharge summary requirements. Support utilization review, peer review, and quality management activities as assigned. Setting-Specific Responsibilities Clinic (Center-Based): Prepare, stock, and maintain exam and triage rooms; ensure availability of required supplies and materials. Assist with participant examinations, testing, and treatments performed in the clinic. In the absence of the Nursing Services Director/Clinic Nurse Supervisor, supervise clinic staff and support overall clinic workflow. In-Home Services: Provide skilled nursing care in the participant’s place of residence; deliver preventive, restorative, and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Determine type and amount of nursing care needed for each participant and coordinate with Home Care resources. Supervise LPNs at least every 30 days and HHAs/CNAs at least every 14 days ( [PT1] or per regulatory requirements); provide teaching and competency reinforcement. Supervises unskilled care every 90 days. Conduct supervisory visits, care conferences, and periodic participant/caregiver check-ins; trend data and collaborate with the Home Care Manager and Nursing Services Director to ensure quality care delivery. Safety, Compliance & Operations: Adhere to InnovAge policies and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention, medication safety, scope of practice). [DF2] [JA3] Use PPE and follow standard, transmission-based, and universal precautions. Participate in on-call, after-hours, and holiday coverage as assigned. Support continuous improvement, patient safety initiatives, and cost stewardship. Other Duties As Assigned: Will as required, coordinate necessary tasks related to the center operation, as directed by leadership