Nursing Jobs in Palos Verdes Estates, CA
$127,357.12 - $157,289.14 / year
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems. As a part of the Telecare Family, La Paz is a 148 bed Gero-Psychiatric center which serves adults 55 and older. Full Time; AM 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Days vary as needed and/or based on work availability Expected starting wage range is $$127,357.12 - $157,289.14. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for activities and functions related to the administration of member care systems and member care in nursing areas and departments. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholders. • Plans, organizes, directs and controls nursing services • Develops departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures; organizes the department to meet legal, organizational and medical staff guidelines; functions in an advisory capacity to the Administrator in evaluating procedural changes as they relate to care of members served • Makes use of management practices that include empowerment of staff, the provision of clear and concise expectations regarding duties assigned employees, frequent feedback focusing on both positive and problematic aspects of work performance, and other management practices that are consistent with Continuous Quality Improvement • Promotes and maintains professional and effective relationships and communications within the department and with other departments • Collaborates with other administrative staff in strategic planning activities with the goal of ensuring ongoing effectiveness of the facility • Is available to assist at other Telecare facilities, which may involve travel • Establishes staffing requirements and recommends to administration the numbers and classifications of personnel to be employed • Directs the recruitment, selection and when necessary disciplinary action within the Nursing Department • Implements the safety program and actively participates in reducing Workers Compensation • Establishes standards for procurement of supplies and equipment for the department • Manages the Nursing Department within allocated budgetary parameters and participates in the development of the fiscal budget • Ensures that the nursing department is in compliance with all related state, federal and local licensing regulations and requirements • Oversees and ensures medication management and infection control standards • Collaborates with leadership team and all department on quality initiatives • Coordinates nursing services with other clinical and ancillary services. In the process of accomplishing this, promotes the cost-effective use of personnel, supplies and equipment • Participates and encourages participation from staff in activities, including professional and trade organizations, that promote mental health services • Establishes and defines standards which ensure safe and therapeutically effective care • Assesses the quality of care rendered by the Nursing Department and ensures sound practice • Establishes and maintains a comprehensive Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement program within the Nursing Department which includes frequent collaboration with other departments, employee education, and a focus on monitoring departmental standards and actively removing barriers to the provision of high quality care • Is an active participant of all committees involving members served safety, nursing policies, practices and procedures • Assumes responsibility for her/his professional growth and the ongoing professional development of the nursing staff • Must assist with restraint of members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management. QUALIFICATIONS Required: • Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and have four (4) years of experience - two (2) in psychiatric nursing and two (2) years in a supervisory capacity; OR a baccalaureate degree in nursing or a related field and two (2) years of experience and one (1) year in a supervisory capacity • Current valid licensure as an RN in the state CA • Skilled Nursing Facility experience required • Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment • All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver’s license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply. Preferred: • Administrative experience in long term care SKILLS • Excellent communication • Attention to detail • Critical thinking to aid decision-making • Flexibility and ability to adapt • Commitment to development PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to stand, twist, squat, kneel and lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently sit, walk, reach, bend and do simple and firm grasping. The position requires manual deviation, repetition and dexterity and to occasionally drive. EOE AA M/F/V/Disability If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible. 
$158,080 - $260,832 / year
The Supervisor works under the direction of the Associate Administrator of Advance Practice Providers, Department's Administration, and Medical Directors to provide both clinical services as well as leadership and managerial services . The Supervisor will facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the dedicated patient population. The Supervisor is responsible for the application of the advance practice provider processes, supervision of clinical practice, education, leadership, and patient care management. This position will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners. The Supervisor administrative duties include but are not limited to supervising NP's, PA's as assigned. Depending on location, may be supervising union employees. They will be responsible for annual reviews and employee counseling. The Supervisor works under the direction of the Associate Administrator, Department's Administrative, and Medical Directors to provide both clinical services as well as leadership and managerial services. The Supervisor will facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the the patient population at Keck Medical Center, Arcadia Hospital, Verdugo Hills Hospital, and USC Care Clinics. The Supervisor is responsible for the application of the advance practice provider process, supervision of clinical practice, education, leadership, and patient care management. This position will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and clinical nurse specialists and nurse practitioners. The Supervisor administrative duties include but are not limited to supervising NP's, PA's, as assigned. They will be responsible for annual reviews and employee counseling. They will collaborate with Department Administrator and Medical Director. Essential Duties: Management: • Utilizes professional, respectful, effective communication to delegate and direct activities and assignments • Supervises, hires, educates, disciplines and evaluates the performance of Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant staff. Ensures performance appraisals are completed in a timely manner. Interviews Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant candidates and orients new employees. • Schedules, assigns daily duties, and assesses the general performance of the Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistantin the department. Partners with management in making daily staffing assignments in accordance with budgeted hours per patient day and provides rationale for any staffing variances. • Completes an initial assessment at the beginning of the day. Oversees the staffing and operational needs of the unit and organization • Oversees the education and orientation of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and keeps abreast of current trends, quality issues and departmental affairs. Acts as a clinical resource and support . • Models compassion, understanding, problem solving and conflict resolution skills amongst the staff to assist patients and families having difficulty coping with their illness and/or hospitalization and maintains good public relations • Effectively collaborates with other disciplines and providers to meet the needs of patients and fellow staff members • Keeps informed of clinical / service / organizational updates / changes • Manages time effectively and able to organize and prioritize responsibilities. • Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to the service, department and organization’s mission and goals. • Participates in departmental or organizational activities as assigned Compliance and Performance Improvement: • Identifies and participates in data collection and process improvements related to Quality Indicators • Responsible for observing and adhering to the regulatory agency requirements. • Continually reassesses clinic or hospital needs. • Ensures patient care is delivered in accordance with professional regulatory standards. • Identifies potential barriers to efficient operational flow. • Evaluates and modifies current practices to assure the most efficient way to assure effective operational flow. • Identifies quality improvement issues and develops unit-based quality improvement programs, as well as standards of care and practice. • Oversees the quality assurance initiatives for the department. • Develops, implements, and evaluates the clinical collaborative practice agreements in the clinical area. • Consistently keeps current on clinical, department and medical center changes; shares information with staff members by participating in huddles and utilizing all forms of communication as directed by the department Manager. • Responsible for pursuing opportunities for professional development (e.g. certifications, nursing committees, unit based projects, research, published peer review article) and able to mentor and share knowledge to colleagues and other staff. Transfers learned scientific knowledge into practical application. • Models expertise through the application of evidenced-based practice in clinical decision-making. Maintains a current level of knowledge inclusive of Evidenced Based Practice relative to professional practice. • Participates in the evaluation of the cost effectiveness of services provided. • Ensures complete and accurate documentation. • Responsible for the routine update of required licenses and credentials as required by organization • Responsible for the update and implementation of organization/ department’s policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to access online manuals. • Ensures that documentation is complete and correct in Electronic Health Record Direct Patient Care Accountabilities: • Responsible for ensuring the measures based on the appropriate level of care expected: management of the care and the ability to manage the care of post cardiac procedure patients. • Appropriately completes patient assessments • Interprets assessment information and formulates diagnoses. • Develops Plans of Care with individualized interventions. Documents expected/projected patient outcomes. Reviews/Revises/Updates Plans of Care daily based on evaluation and interpretation of patient outcomes. • Completes patient care procedures correctly per policy at prescribed intervals. • Delegates tasks based on others’ scope of practice and competency. • Acts as patient advocate. • Ensures prompt response to service needs as appropriate . • Provides patient/family education as needed. • Collaborates with Case Manager and/or social work for any social needs encountered with population. • Utilizes patient care equipment appropriately and safely according to manufacture guidelines. • Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team including patient and family. Ensures timely communication of patient needs to Providers Performs other duties as assigned. • Examples: Enthusiastic participation in unit activities such as process improvement efforts, preceptor, peer education; changing assignment to meet patient needs, etc. Required Qualifications: Req Master's degree Master's Degree In Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner, OR Graduated from an Accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program Req 5 years Experience as nurse practitioner or physician assistant Req Demonstrated strong leadership abilities. Req Demonstrates professional, respectful, effective communication to delegate and direct activities and assignments Req Strong critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills. Req Organization/time management skills. Req Excellent communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Pref 2 - 3 years Lead/charge or supervisory experience Pref Experience in clinical specialty area Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) *Exempt from RN if Physician Assistant Req Nurse Practitioner - NP (CA Board of Registered Nursing) *Exempt from NP if Physician Assistant Req Nurse Practitioner Furnisher (CA Board of Registered Nursing) *Exempt from NP Furnisher if Physician Assistant Req NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). ◦ If work in Hospital/Acute Care Setting must have Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) upon hire. ▪ (*Grandfathered from Acute Care Certification requirement if hired/transferred prior to 12/2015.) (**Exempt from NP Board Certification if Physician Assistant) Req Physician Assistant - PA (CA DCA) Current Physician Assistant (PA) License in the State of California (**Exempt from PA if Nurse Practitioner) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (**Exempt from PA Certification if Nurse Practitioner) Req DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association - *ACLS as required by the NPs Job description for NPs in the Hospital/Acute Care Setting and Ambulatory Infusion Centers (*Required for Hospital/Acute & Infusion Center Clinic settings only) Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) The annual base salary range for this position is $158,080.00 - $260,832.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law. 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$278,000 - $479,000 / year
Anticipated End Date: 2026-04-14 Position Title: RVP Account Management Medical Director Job Description: RVP Account Management Medical Director Location: May be located in any Elevance Health Pulse Point office locations preferably in Woodland Hills, CA, Denver, CO, Indianapolis, IN, Las Vegas, NV, Columbus, OH, Waukesha, WI. This role requires associates to be in-office at least 3 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. Summary The Regional Vice President, Account Management Medical Director serves in an important externally facing role by partnering with National Account’s Sales and Account Management teams in support of our National clients. This individual is responsible for providing thought leadership to positively impact healthcare quality, outcomes, and cost for Commercial and National customers that are based in regions, and plays a key role in the sales process to enhance the company's presence with National accounts, driving new sales growth. Responsible for support of expanding clinical products and programs to large National Accounts and/or other business segments. Position Responsibilities Cultivates relationships with decision-makers and influencers within prospective customers. Serves as a clinical thought leader and develops strategic messaging and partners with Sales RVPs, Account Executives and Account Managers for new sales. Supports account finalist opportunities and client quarterly and annual reviews. Ensures high-quality and efficient medical services are provided to accounts. Serves as the voice of health policy to the clients and consults with and advises them in shaping their decisions around clinical programs and strategy. Serves as a medical subject matter expert in one of several areas to provide counsel and advice on relevant strategies and initiatives. May represent the company on external committees or with applicable vendors as needed. Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and best practice sharing in support of clinical models. Position Requirements Requires an MD and a minimum of 10 years of progressive industry experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Current unrestricted medical license in applicable state(s) required. Board certification is required. Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences Advanced management degree (MBA, MPH) preferred. Willingness to travel up to 50% strongly preferred. Experience working in an externally facing role, preferably with employer groups, ideally with prior Sales/Marketing experience strongly preferred. Comfortable presenting & effectively articulating information to external customers. The ideal candidate has served in an externally facing role for a health plan, for a consultant (e.g., WTW, Mercer, Aon, etc.), for a health services company or point solution that markets to employer groups, for other health care start-ups (e.g., Health IT, digital product development) that support large employer groups, or who works as the CMO for a large Fortune 1000 company, as an example of preferred experience. For candidates working in person or remotely in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is 278,000. to 479,000 Locations: California, Colorado, Nevada, Columbus, Ohio. In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws . * The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. Job Level: Director Equivalent Workshift: Job Family: MED > Licensed Physician/Doctor/Dentist Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health. Who We Are Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. How We Work At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business. We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few. Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process. The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration . $135,000 - $155,000 / year
Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Quality Department: Quality - Operations Employment Type: Full Time Location: 1668 S. Garfield Ave. 2nd Floor, Alhambra, CA 91801 Reporting To: Tahira Hashmi Compensation: $135,000 - $155,000 / year Description We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant to join a team that is passionate about the health of our patients. As part of the Quality Department, the Clinical Operations team leads the effort to improve health outcomes by coordinating and delivering key clinical care. Through outreach and education, we inspire patients to take a preventive approach to maintaining their health and to be active in their management of chronic diseases. Together, we strive to achieve healthy living for all through all stages of life. As a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, you will support Astrana members with education, preventative screenings, annual wellness visits and various other healthcare screenings. Through close collaboration with patients, you'll have the opportunity to positively influence behaviors that can lead to improved health outcomes. This full-time role entails conducting visits via telehealth video calls from your home office, with occasional in-clinic or home visits depending on the region. Our Values: Putting Patients First Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams Operate with Integrity & Excellence Be Innovative Work As One Team What You'll Do Conduct annual wellness visits, patient education outreach, acute care follow ups, HRAs, medication review/reconciliation among other preventative services. Document chief complaint, previous medical, family, and social history, review of systems, examination, assessment, and appropriate plan of care Identify gaps in care during the evaluation that may require additional screening, diagnostics, and laboratory studies Document all appropriate medical conditions to the highest level of specificity Provide patient education regarding preventive services and prescribed treatments, reinforce the importance of staying current on covered preventive services Make recommendations for member's follow-up with their primary care physicians Communicate with coordination teams on follow up requests Complete documentation/charting within one business day Obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of Hierarchical Conditions Coding (HCCs) and HEDIS measure sets including criteria for compliantly closing each measure Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on outstanding actions Other duties as assigned Qualifications Active Nurse Practitioner Licensure, Active Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License OR Active Physician Assistant Licensure Current Board Certification with (AANP, AACN, ANCC, NCCPA) Valid DEA and NPI You’ll be great for this role if you have: Minimum one year of direct patient care experience as a Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant in Primary Care, Gerontology, or related field Experience in HEDIS and HCC • Fluency in Spanish or Mandarin Experience with EHRs and navigating multiple systems. Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where the expectation is to work both in office and at home on a weekly basis. The office is located at 568 W. Garvey Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91754. The total compensation target range for this role is between $140,000.00 - $150,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job-related factors. 
