Registered Nurse (Lowell)
Company: Element Care
Location: Lowell
Posted on: March 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Serves as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team.
Participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team in the
planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans that meet the
objectives, standards and policies of the PACE model of care.
Demonstrates proficiency in administering nursing care in a
professional and respectful manner with the goal of assisting frail
elders to remain living in the community for as long as they can do
so safely. This position is full time M-F 8am to 4pm with great
work life balance and benefits. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides direct care to participants. Completes initial and
periodic assessments for participants, develops and revises care
plans according to emergent and pre-existing needs. Collects the
necessary medical and social information to ensure comprehensive
decisions are made which ensure the safety and well being of
participants. Monitors clinic care & service delivery to ensure
conformance with established quality assurance and operational
policies, procedures and standards. Remains attentive to
participants’ health status and social functioning; assists with
identification of overt problems/needs and sets priorities; treats
problems requiring immediate referral and/or follow-up; and
interprets and records latest diagnostic results, as indicated.
Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a
comprehensive care plan for each participant incorporating
immediate and continuing care needs, including the participant and
family perspective. Actively takes part in implementing a summary
on each client to help the state determine Nursing Home Level of
Care. Ensures all tests, lab work and diagnostic studies ordered by
the Physician have been carried out. Coordinates all medication,
including the stocking of non-prescription medications, the
ordering of prescription medications, the administering of
medication in the PACE Center, and the monitoring of participant
compliance. Arranges for delivery of needed medications and
supplies to the participant’s home. Provides education and
consultation to participants and caregivers in regards to care
plan, nursing treatments and medications. Communicates
participant's condition to primary care givers, physician and
multidisciplinary team. Builds strong relations with participants,
caregivers, families and community providers so communication and
coordination occurs in a manner that facilitates optimal care and
financial oversight. Participates in after-hour visits. Ability to
pass a fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical.
Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with
a tight seal of the respirator. Other duties as required. Team
Lead/CHARGE RN added responsibilities: (If applicable) Attend
Charge Nurse meetings monthly and communicate feedback to site
Train and oversee students Provide direction, instructions and
guidance to team. Manage workflow of day-to-day operations. Create
reports to update team projects/performance. Coach, facilitate,
motivate and solve team problems JOB REQUIREMENTS: Registered Nurse
currently licensed in the Commonwealth of MA. Minimum of two (2)
years experience with the geriatric population. Proficient in the
use of Microsoft Office tools. Ability to travel locally on a
frequent basis in a personal vehicle. Ability to be able to quickly
recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and to be
able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences.
COVID vaccinated preferred To learn more about Element Care, please
click this link: Element Care 30th Anniversary Video Compensation
details: 80000-104000 Yearly Salary
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