Reference #: 4557877 THE POSITION This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is not only confident and career-driven, but also deeply compassionate and committed to providing exceptional care to our veterans and their spouses! The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is seeking a Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator who will be responsible for overseeing the interdisciplinary assessment and care planning process for our skilled care residents at Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center. This could be a fulfilling position where your skills and enthusiasm would contribute significantly to improving our residents' quality of life!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Registered Nurse Assessment Coordinator, you will perform comprehensive resident assessments, care coordination and planning, and resident advocacy and teaching. You will also advocate for the facilitation of open communications among care team members, the residents, and their families. In this position, you will be responsible for the initiation of the baseline care plan and development of the nursing comprehensive care plan, ensuring that it is person centered and in accordance with applicable regulations and guidelines. It is vital for you to maintain positive, constructive working relationships with co-workers and be aware of the needs and sensitivities of others.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 40-hour work week Work hours are 1st shift (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM), with 30-minute lunch. Every other weekend off. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of clinical nursing experience in a long-term care facility including the performance of MDS-based nursing assessments and the development of individualized nursing care plans; or Possession of an active certification as a Resident Assessment Coordinator - Certified (RAC-CT) as issued by the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination (AANAC).

Special Requirements: All positions require active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitte by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.