Staff Nurse, Senior Services

Job Description

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking a part-time Staff Nurse for our Senior Services department at our Karin and Kuehner house location.

Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations, and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.

Position Description: The Staff Nurse will manage health care for clients of SOME's Senior Services Programs.

Schedule: Part-Time; Monday-Friday; 8:00 am-4:30 pm ( 20 hours per week) (Flexible on days)

Qualifications:

Required: Associate's Degree in Nursing; Licensed Practical Nurse; 2-3 yrs experience in geriatric care; experience with low-income patients;

Preferred: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing; Registered Nurse; 3+ yrs experience in geriatric care; experience with low-income patients; experience providing services to patients in recovery; previous experience providing community healthcare and home visits.

Required License/Certification: Nursing License by the District of Colombia Department of Health; CPR/First Aid, Driver's license and access to reliable personal vehicle

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of clinical care and nursing

Basic nursing skills and assessment skills related to patient care

Basic understanding of care issues related to aging

Knowledge of electronic health records usage and management

Time management

Customer service skills to work with clients

Critical thinking skills

Organized with attention to detail

Ability to communicate with diverse audiences

Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Action-oriented

Ability to work independently

Facilitation skills

Clinical Care:

Prepare and monitor medications for Kuehner Place and Karin house residents

provide weekly visits and individual assessments with Kuehner Place residents

Counsel participants in all Senior Services Programs on healthcare issues

Support the health needs of participants in all Senior Services Programs as needed

Conduct community home visits to homebound seniors as needed

Coordinate care with external providers as needed

Present educational sessions in the Senior Center on a monthly basis

Provide healthcare education to all Senior Services Programs

Provide health, wellness, and medical support to homebound senior patients

Provide consultation on healthcare issues and support residents in all Senior Services Programs

Facilitate educational sessions in the Senior Center on a monthly basis

Maintain case notes for all Senior Service residents; update case notes within 24 hours

Lead and facilitate health-related workshops twice a month for the senior center participants at Kuehner House and Karin House

Assist programs with maintaining healthy food options and menu planning

Accompany and transport clients to medical appointments, as needed

Reports to: Vice President, Senior Services

Closing Date: Open until filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

SOME Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME Inc. is also a Drug-Free Workplace.