Registered Nurse

Essential Job Functions

• Promotes client independence, dignity, and quality of life through personalized, one-on-one support
• Ensures safe and effective nursing care, including medication management and personal care, to maintain client health and well-being
• Supports daily living and instrumental activities to help clients remain in their homes safely and comfortably
• Affirms individual client needs, resolving concerns to enhance satisfaction and outcomes
• Conducts in-home nursing assessments and supervisory visits to ensure adherence to care plans and optimal health outcomes
• Maintains high-quality care delivery by supervising Day Break Certified Nursing Aides
• Communicates client welfare promptly to care teams, facilitating coordinated, responsive care

Compliance & Program Knowledge

• Applies expertise in federal and state programs (Wyoming State Aging programs, Medicaid Community Choices Waivers, VA programs) to maximize client support and program effectiveness
• Maintains strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and HITECH, protecting client trust and data security
• Conducts TB risk assessments and other required screenings to safeguard staff and client health

Leadership & Organizational Values

• Models the organization's vision, mission, and cultural values to inspire staff and enhance team cohesion
• Supervises, mentors, and coaches homemakers and CNAs, improving staff performance and client outcomes
• Collaborates with Clinical Manager to deliver team development and training initiatives that strengthen workforce capabilities
• Supports the design and implementation of ongoing staff education to drive continuous improvement in service delivery

Administrative & Other Responsibilities

• Enhances community engagement by providing public relations support, including outreach, presentations, and educational materials
• Builds partnerships with community organizations to expand resources and support for clients
• Responds promptly to urgent client needs, ensuring timely interventions that prevent complications or disruptions in care
• Coordinates patient schedules based on physician orders and care plans, optimizing care delivery and minimizing gaps
• Adjusts schedules and staffing in response to emergencies or caregiver absences, maintaining seamless service continuity
• Communicates effectively with caregivers, clients, and families to ensure expectations are met and concerns are resolved quickly
• Documents all interactions for transparency, follow-up, and quality improvement purposes
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to enhance service quality, compliance, and client outcomes
• Completes additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support organizational goals and operational success