Nurse Manager - PACE Elder Service Plan

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Health Alliance is seeking a dynamic Nurse Manager to lead clinical operations in its PACE program. This role involves overseeing nursing personnel, ensuring high-quality care delivery, and implementing performance improvements. A successful candidate will have a strong nursing background and leadership experience, contributing to a mission-focused environment promoting independence for older adults.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN-accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Massachusetts RN license.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of clinical and support staff.
• Monitor cost-effectiveness and enhance operational efficiency.
• Design and track key quality indicators including clinical outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Clinical Operations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Location:CHA East Cambridge Care Center

Work Days:Primarily Monday - Friday with rotating on call responsibilities

Category:Nurse Manager

Department:CHA PACE

Job Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day

Hours/Week: 40.00

Union Name: Non Union

About CHA PACE

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a vibrant, innovative health system committed to delivering high-quality, community-based care to a diverse patient population. Our Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a nationally recognized model of care that serves adults aged 55 and older living with chronic medical and/or behavioral health challenges.

At CHA PACE, our mission is to support our program participants in achieving the highest level of independence within their communities and preventing nursing home placement. Our high-functioning interdisciplinary team supports this goal by providing fully integrated medical and behavioral health services, community resources, and home-based care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Manager to lead clinical operations and drive excellence in care delivery within our PACE program. The Nurse Manager will play a critical role in clinical service planning, business performance, quality improvement, and team leadership. This is an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of older adults through a mission-driven model of care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Operations

•Lead daily operations of clinical and support staff, ensuring high standards of care and staff competency.

•Oversee hiring, training, and performance evaluations of nursing and clinical support personnel.

•Ensure clinical policies, procedures, and standards are current and effectively implemented.

•Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members for cohesive and efficient care delivery.

Service Planning & Staff Development

•Assess community health needs of PACE participants and implement responsive programming.

•Develop educational programming and facilitate interdisciplinary care for PACE participants.

•Provide clinical leadership and mentoring to nursing and interdisciplinary team members.

Business Performance

•Monitor cost-effectiveness and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and quality outcomes.

•Foster accountability and continuous improvement across staff and systems.

Performance Improvement

•Design and track key quality indicators including clinical outcomes, service efficiency, and PACE participant satisfaction.

•Collaborate with providers to implement meaningful performance improvements.

Leadership & Communication

•Inspire change and fosters a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence.

•Work collaboratively with union representatives and its members to ensure compliance with labor agreements.

•Promote a diverse and inclusive workforce aligned with CHA’s mission and values.

Qualifications

Education

•Graduate of an NLN-accredited School of Nursing

•Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

•Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred

Licensure & Certification

•Current Massachusetts RN license

•Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Experience

•Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience

•Experience with home care, clinic triage, and/or PACE service delivery preferred

•Proven leadership and staff management experience in a healthcare setting

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.