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Registered Nurse - Recuperative Care Program (RCP)

Recuperative Care Program (RCP)

The Recuperative Care Program (RCP) provides short-term medical and supportive care for individuals experiencing homelessness who are recovering from illness, injury, or hospitalization. By combining clinical care with housing-focused services, RCP helps clients stabilize their health and transition toward long-term recovery and housing stability.

As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Recuperative Care Program, you will provide direct clinical care and care coordination for individuals in a residential setting. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including case management, residential services, and healthcare partners—to support clients’ medical recovery and overall well-being. This role is ideal for a compassionate, adaptable nurse who thrives in community-based care and values trauma-informed, client-centered practice.

• Provide direct nursing care, including triage, medication administration, health assessments, wound care, and patient education in a residential setting.
• Monitor client health status and document care in the electronic health record (EHR), ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Coordinate care with internal teams and external providers, including hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and specialty providers.
• Support intake, ongoing assessment, care planning, and discharge planning for recuperative care clients.
• Facilitate referrals and collaborate with health plans and community partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to medical concerns and emergencies using trauma-informed and de-escalation approaches.
• Collect and track clinical data to support quality improvement and program outcomes.
• Complete required trainings and comply with clinical, organizational, and regulatory standards.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.
• At least six (6) months of nursing experience in clinical, community health, home health, medical-surgical, or similar healthcare settings.
• Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams and communicate clearly with diverse populations.
• Ability to meet required health screenings and compliance standards (reasonable accommodation considered).
• Valid driver’s license preferred to support occasional travel between locations.

• Patient-centered, trauma-informed approach with strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and respond effectively to multiple patient needs in dynamic environments.
• Strong documentation, organization, and care coordination skills, with attention to detail.
• Professionalism, empathy, and ability to de-escalate challenging situations with diverse populations.
• Comfort working in residential, community-based, or non-traditional healthcare settings.
• Experience working with vulnerable or underserved populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness or medically complex adults.
• Background in recuperative care, community health, home health, behavioral health, or public health.
• Familiarity with discharge planning, interdisciplinary team models, and quality improvement practices.
• Bilingual skills (preferred but not required).

This is a full-time position, typically 40 hours per week, scheduled Monday through Friday. This position may require flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, based on program needs.

Pay is based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The anticipated starting pay range for this role is $34.08 to $40.43 per hour.

Father Joe’s Villages offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plan…