Registered Nurse: Natalie's Place

Job DetailsJob Location: Fremont, CA 94539Salary Range: $55.00 - $65.00 HourlyAbout Cardea Health:  Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations.   Mission Statement:  Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. Compassionate care for vulnerable populations.  Workplace Culture:  Cardea is dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We value unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together.  Our Cardea CARE(S) Values include:  Compassion  Big heart, steady presence  Accountability  We own it: the work, the follow-through, the impact.  Respect  We assume good intent and keep it real   Engagement  We lean in and figure it out together.  Support  We’ve got each other across roles, teams, and sites.  These values guide how we care for residents, collaborate with colleagues, and represent Cardea Health in the community. Primary Work Location:  Natalie's Place Natalie’s Place is one of several Cardea Health transitional housing programs for medically complex and behaviorally vulnerable unhoused individuals, located in Fremont. Cardea Health’s transitional housing programs collaborate with a wide range of referring partners across Alameda County to support individuals with complex health and social needs. Natalie’s Place provides comprehensive supportive services, including onsite nursing and caregiving support, transportation to medical appointments, nutritious meals, housing navigation and placement assistance, and additional wraparound service. Schedule: Rotating days, weekends included  Job Summary:   Cardea Health seeks a highly motivated Registered Nurse with a special interest in working with people experiencing homelessness to work as an RN. The RN will be the primary point of clinical care at Natalie’s Place located in Fremont, CA.  The ideal candidate will be invested in Cardea Health’s mission of serving marginalized populations with compassion and empathy. Cardea clinical staff need to be flexible, patient, and willing to work in challenging environments with a diverse population. Experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is highly desirable.  About the Role:Job Duties: Provide quality care in accordance with Cardea Health policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect  Conduct client intake assessments upon arrival to the program. Identify clinical needs and individualized goals of respite stay. Execute care plans for admitted clients in collaboration with primary and specialty care teams, medical directors, and clients  Provide clients with appropriate information and education to make informed choices related to medical care and treatment that reflect individual preferences  Maintain communication among other members of the clinical team. Communicate effectively to partner hospitals, community health clinics, homeless service providers, and other collaborating agencies  Evaluate and triage referrals to the program and communicate with referring partners on referral status  Work with team members to develop creative solutions to meet the needs of individual clients  Participate in the collection and maintenance of data on program operations for reporting and analytical purposes  Ensure adherence to infection control standards on site among staff and residents, including measures designed to stop the spread of Covid-19  Ensure that clinical documentation is current, timely, and accurate  Maintain confidentially in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)  Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, follow up with MD communication or 911 activation   Practice harm reduction principles, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect  Other duties as assigned  Constant work around and/or with people OR Interaction with patients, clients, and external customers  Clinical setting in a respite supportive housing site   Minimum Required Skills & Qualifications:   Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing  Hold current license as a Registered Nurse through the California Board of Registered Nursing  Current Basic Life Support Certification  Must have personal, reliable transportation to and from work sites and shifts.  Must be 18 years of age or older  Must provide proof of COVID vaccination or willing to be vaccinated  Preferred Skills & Qualifications:  Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse  Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision  Detailed oriented and highly organized  Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desired  Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel  May require evening, holiday, and weekend hours  Physical Requirements:   Frequent sitting or stationary work  Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs  Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs  Frequent pushing and pulling  Frequent reaching high, low, and level  Work Environment:   In-person onsite at a supportive housing facility. Constant work around and/or with people OR Interaction with patients, clients, and external customers Benefits: Employees in this role may be eligible for a range of benefits, including;  Employer-supported medical   Access to dental and vision insurance   Paid vacation and sick time  Retirement plan (401k) participation with a company match   Commuter benefits Long Term Disability Life Insurance  Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on hours worked per week and length of employment  Specific details are provided in the benefits guide and are subject to change  Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.  This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice.