Nurse Supervisor: Natalie's Place

Job DetailsJob Location: Fremont, CA 94539Salary Range: $55.00 - $68.00 HourlyAbout Cardea Health:  

Cardea Health is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing compassionate health care to marginalized populations.  

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to create and support programs that protect the health and autonomy of vulnerable individuals and promote equity and social justice to improve the well-being of our entire community. Compassionate care for vulnerable populations. 

Workplace Culture:

Cardea is dedicated to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and actively seeks to include underrepresented communities. We believe that diversity drives innovation and fosters a more dynamic, inclusive, and productive work environment. We value unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, and we are committed to providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our society and let's make a positive impact together. 

Our Cardea CARE(S) Values include: 

Compassion 
Big heart, steady presence 

Accountability 
We own it: the work, the follow-through, the impact. 

Respect 
We assume good intent and keep it real  

Engagement 
We lean in and figure it out together. 

Support 
We’ve got each other across roles, teams, and sites. 

These values guide how we care for residents, collaborate with colleagues, and represent Cardea Health in the community. 

Primary Work Location: Natalie's Place  

Natalie’s Place is one of several Cardea Health transitional housing programs for medically complex and behaviorally vulnerable unhoused individuals. Cardea Health’s transitional housing programs work with a variety of different referring partners across Alameda County. Our transitional housing programs provide supportive services including onsite nurse and caregiver supports, transportation to medical appointments, meals, housing support linkage, and more.   

Job Summary: 

Cardea Health seeks a highly motivated Registered Nurse with a special interest in working with people experiencing homelessness to work as a Nurse Supervisor. The ideal candidate will be invested in Cardea Health’s mission of serving marginalized populations with compassion and empathy. Cardea clinical staff need to be flexible, patient, and willing to work in challenging environments with a diverse population. Experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is highly desirable. 
About the Role:
Job Duties:

Supervise the orientation of new clinical staff members to the BHBH site, policies, and procedures. Evaluate the readiness of clinical staff to work independently and communicate concerns to clinical leadership 

Communicate clinical policy initiatives and changes to clinical team. Ensure that trainings, policy updates, and important information points are communicated across clinical staff 

Identify continuing education needs for clinical staff. Collaborate with clinical leadership to develop and execute continuing education programs 

Monitor staff performance, report training and coaching as indicated. Report issues with staff performance to the program director 

Direct the daily clinical care provided on site by Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and caregivers 

Develop and enact quality improvement and quality assurance programs appropriate for clinical programs 

Arrange and attend case conferences with collaborating partners for complex clients 

Standardize clinical documentation practices according to site policies and scope of care 

Ensure communication regarding active resident issues occurs across shifts 

Coordinate personal care needs with the Caregiver Supervisor and caregiving team 

Assist in the arrangement and facilitation of on-site care provided by outside agencies such as home health, wound care, PT/OT and IHSS workers 

Provide quality care in accordance with Cardea Health policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect 

Conduct client intake assessments upon arrival to the program. Identify clinical needs and individualized goals of stay. Execute care plans for admitted clients in collaboration with primary, behavioral, and specialty care teams, medical directors, and clients 

Provide clients with appropriate information and education to make informed choices related to medical care and treatment that reflect individual preferences 

Maintain communication among other members of the clinical team. Communicate effectively to partner hospitals, community health clinics, homeless service providers, and other collaborating agencies 

Work with team members to develop creative solutions to meet the needs of individual clients. 

Participate in the collection and maintenance of data on program operations for reporting and analytical purposes 

Ensure adherence to infection control standards on site among staff and residents, including measures designed to stop the spread of Covid-19 

Ensure that clinical documentation is current, timely, and accurate 

Maintain confidentially in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) 

Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, follow up with Medical Director communication or 911 activation 

Practice harm reduction principles, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect 

Other duties as assigned 

Minimum Required Skills & Qualifications:  

Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing 

Hold current license as a Registered Nurse through the California Board of Registered Nursing 

Current Basic Life Support Certification 

Must have personal, reliable transportation to and from work sites and shifts 

May require evening, holiday, and weekend hours 

Preferred Skills & Qualifications: 

Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision 

Detailed oriented and highly organized 

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel is required 

Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desired 

Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse 

Physical Requirements:  

Occasional sitting or stationary work 

Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs 

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs 

Frequent pushing and pulling 

Frequent reaching high, low, and level 

Work Environment:  

In-person onsite at a supportive housing facility. Constant work around and/or with people OR Interaction with patients, clients, and external customers

Benefits: 

Employees in this role may be eligible for a range of benefits, including;  

Employer-supported medical 

Access to dental and vision insurance 

Paid vacation and sick time 

Retirement plan (401k) participation with a company match

Commuter benefits

Long Term Disability  

Life Insurance 

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on hours worked per week and length of employment 

Specific details are provided in the benefits guide and are subject to change 

Cardea Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Cardea Health is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, citizenship or veteran status. We will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the state of California and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this role. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change, or a new job description may be assigned at any time with or without notice.