San Diego’s St. Paul's PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). This innovative program is for individuals 55 years or older, who are living with chronic illness, or disabilities and need coordinated medical care to continue living as independently as possible in their home and community. The healthcare teams at St. Paul’s PACE provide a hands-on approach coordinating medical, social, and home care services so individuals no longer need to manage their medical care alone.

Position Summary: The New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) participates in a structured, 12-month Nurse Residency Program designed to support the transition from newly licensed nurse to competent professional practice. This program includes clinical preceptorship, professional development, and evidence-based learning with a focus on geriatric and community-based care across a variety of settings including skilled nursing, assisted living, outpatient care, and home care.

Program Objectives:

Strengthen clinical decision-making and leadership through guided practice
Build confidence and professional identity using Benner’s Novice to Expert model
Promote quality and safety in care delivery for older adult populations
Foster commitment to person-centered, inclusive, and evidence-based care

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice

Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to older adults and individuals with chronic conditions
Perform assessments, administer medications, and document care under RN supervision
Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
Follow infection control, patient safety, and documentation protocols

Learning & Education

Attend didactic sessions on geriatric care, regulatory compliance, and clinical best practices
Participate in clinical skills labs and simulations
Complete the Iowa Online Nurse Residency Program: a self-paced, evidence-based curriculum focused on professional development, critical thinking, delegation, and ethical practice

Professional Development

Engage in structured mentoring and preceptor-guided learning experiences
Participate in monthly debriefings, peer cohorts, and capstone projects
Reflect on practice through journaling and performance feedback

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
Current California RN license or NCLEX-pending (must obtain license within 90 days of hire)
Current CPR/BLS certification
Interest in geriatric and long-term care nursing

Preferred Qualifications:

Clinical experience or rotations in elder care or community health
Bilingual applicants encouraged (Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese preferred)

Work Environment & Conditions:

Clinical rotation assignments across multiple care settings
May include weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
Must be able to lift and assist patients, and stand for extended period

St. Paul’s Benefits:

Health, dental, vision, life
Same day pay available!
Flexible Vacation Time - 17 days!
Paid Sick Time
Education reimbursement - up to $3,000 a year!
Qualified Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
403(b) with match
Child care available
Employee referral bonuses
Upward mobility!

You Make Us Who We Are!

At St. Paul’s Senior Services, we believe a diverse workforce has driven our history of enriching the lives of senior communities in San Diego, which is why we are committed to cultivating an environment where you feel empowered, supported and respected. By valuing your unique perspective, voice, strengths, experience and background, we aim to foster a culture where you feel included and comfortable being your true self. You matter!

St. Paul's is the leading provider of caring senior services since 1960. We have locations throughout San Diego County including 5 in San Diego (Bankers Hill), 2 in Chula Vista, and 1 in El Cajon. St. Paul's strives to be the most outstanding and innovative senior home and service provider in California. We are dedicated to serving the physical, spiritual and social needs of the elderly and community, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the highest quality facilities, health care and programs consistent with affordable costs.

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAR FINGERPRINTS THROUGH DOJ AND FBI IN ADDITION TO A DRUG SCREEN CLEARANCE.

To learn more about St. Paul’s Senior Services, please visit www.stpaulseniors.org.

St. Paul’s Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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