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Registered Nurse – Geriatric Psychiatry Unit
We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.The Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatry Unit at LAJH is a leading facility for short-term psychiatric care, offering compassionate, specialized treatment tailored to the unique needs of seniors through a nationally-acclaimed model of high-quality care.The responsibilities of the RN include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities:As assigned, assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of performing the role and responsibilities of the RN Charge Nurse.Review the daily assignment schedule to ensure each staff member and position is on duty, assigned to appropriate work assignments, and scheduled duty hours. Also, review the supervisory staff assigned for each shift, and check all call-ins for the shift and succeeding shifts. Replace absent personnel in accordance with the department’s staffing policy.Complete CPI certification upon hire and annually thereafter.Ensure a comprehensive assessment is completed upon admission, every 12 hours, and whenever there is a change in behavior, including but not limited to assessing suicidal ideation and homicidal ideation.Ensure that documentation is complete in the medical record, including but not limited to: shift charting, patient/family teaching, individual and group attendances, and MD orders.Communicate with the covering provider and staff regarding changes in patient condition, problems, or clinical concerns. Share necessary information with unit staff.Involve the patient in identifying and effectively utilizing coping skills to maintain safety and improve overall mental and physical well-being.Receive reports from RNs on the prior shift, including changes in condition, scheduled discharges, pending intakes, pending laboratory orders, and safety concerns.Audit and monitor patient reactions to treatment and ensure appropriate documentation of the patient’s condition.Initiate the Patient Care Plans for all assigned patients. Each shift, and as warranted by changes in the patient’s condition, ensure that all care plans are current and reflect individualized patient needs and goals.Observe nursing and therapy personnel to ensure established safety procedures are followed in the use of equipment and supplies.Perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization and patients.Ability to work a 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. shift.Education and Experience:Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) within the State of California.Experience as a registered nurse (RN) in an acute care, long-term care, or psychiatric facility for a minimum of six (6) months is preferred.A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in psychiatric care is preferred.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training and Certification must be obtained within 3 months of hire.Los Angeles County LPS Authorization required within nine (9) months of hire.Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!
New Sculpture Honors Beloved LAJH Donor
When Dr. Rosalyn Heyman passed away in 2021, Los Angeles Jewish Health (LAJH) lost a staunch supporter and dear friend. But she remained dedicated to the organization to the end, leaving a significant bequest to continue advancing its vital mission. To recognize Heyman’s generosity, LAJH commissioned a sculpture in her honor, unveiling the piece last month in a dedication ceremony that celebrated her enduring legacy.The sculpture, entitled “Tanya’s Gift,” is the work of noted local artist Jonathan Bickart, whose installations are on display at UCLA, Griffith Park, and other locations across Los Angeles. Featured prominently on LAJH’s Grancell Village campus between the Joyce Eisenberg-Keefer Medical Center, the Mark Taper Building, and the Schulman Medical Building, the sculpture depicts a young girl sitting atop a stack of books—a tribute to Heyman’s distinguished career as a pioneering figure in the L.A. education landscape.“Rosalyn was an amazing person who made an incredible impact on her community,” says Aaron Levinson, LAJH’s vice president for planned giving. “She started out as a teacher with the Los Angeles Unified School District, then became one of the district’s first female principals [of Berendo Junior High], and ultimately rose to serve as the district’s assistant superintendent of secondary education.”Levinson says Heyman’s stories of her time at LAUSD were larger than life.“Rosalyn was unbelievably bold and seriously funny,” he recalls. “She used to tell me she wanted to write her memoir and call it Bad Things I Did With Good Results. For instance, when she took over at Berendo, it was the worst-performing school in the district, and there was significant gang activity, with kids storing knives and guns in their lockers. One day, she started cracking down by opening up every locker and confiscating all the weapons. She knew she’d never get official permission to do it, but went ahead anyway, and when I asked her about whether she was worried she would get in trouble, she said, ‘What were the kids or their parents going to say to me: Someone came in and stole my gun?’ Her plan went off without a hitch, and she ended up turning the school around.”Heyman’s professional success was mirrored by her philanthropic achievements. She was involved with numerous charitable causes, but, says her friend and estate attorney, Chuck Tigerman, she had a special affection for Los Angeles Jewish Health.“Rosalyn was a devout agnostic, but she was culturally very Jewish, and proudly so. She lived for a time at Fountainview at Eisenberg Village, and later in her life, as her health deteriorated, she moved to the Joyce Eisenberg-Keefer Medical Center for skilled nursing assistance. She had the resources to go anywhere, but she chose LAJH,” Tigerman said.Following Heyman’s death, LAJH staff commissioned the sculpture in her honor, selecting Bickart and fellow artist Tanya Ragir for the work.“Tanya had a tragic ending because she received an unexpected brain cancer diagnosis, so she wasn’t able to do much on the sculpture, but I discussed it with her and showed her my progress until her death,” Bickart says. “When it was finished, we decided to name the sculpture ‘Tanya’s Gift’ in her memory.”Given Heyman’s passion for education and learning, Bickart incorporated space for a small lending library at the base of the statue, allowing passersby to leave a book for others or to take one for themselves. With a wink to Heyman, Bickart also gave one of the books in the sculpture itself the title she had selected for her own memoir, Bad Things I Did With Good Results.“The sculpture is really beautiful, but more importantly, it captures the spirit of a truly special person,” Levinson says. “We were truly fortunate to have Rosalyn Heyman in our orbit.”To learn more about making bequests to Los Angeles Jewish Health, contact Aaron Levinson at (818) 757-4416 or [email protected].
LAJH Receives Prestigious Certification from the American Heart Association
As the largest single-source senior care provider in the area, Los Angeles Jewish Health is recognized as a distinguished leader in the field committed to making a positive difference in seniors’ lives. The American Heart Association (AHA) recently recognized the quality of care at Los Angeles Jewish Health by awarding the organization its Skilled Nursing Facility Heart Failure Certification. Fewer than 1 percent of nursing facilities nationwide hold this distinction.LAJH is one of the first Jewish facilities to receive this certification, and the first outside New York and New Jersey.“This prestigious recognition reflects the dedication of our healthcare team, who have provided exceptional care for more than 114 years since LAJH’s founding,” says Dale Surowitz, chief executive officer and president of LAJH. “As seniors live longer and their medical challenges grow in complexity, we are proud to be keeping pace, setting national standards for excellence in cardiac care, and in geriatric care more broadly, that are enabling seniors to make the most of their later years.”The certification provides an evidence-based framework for evaluating skilled nursing facilities against the AHA’s rigorous requirements for heart failure care including program management, patient and caregiver education and support, care coordination, clinical management, and clinical improvement.CHF Certification TeamNoah Marco, MD, CMD, LAJH’s chief medical officer, says the organization’s state-of-the-art heart failure management unit continues to demonstrate transformative approaches to care.“Twenty percent of heart failure patients admitted to the hospital are brought back to the hospital within 30 days of discharge. But our unit, by preserving patients’ independence, managing their multiple chronic conditions, and empowering those we serve to meet their goals, has a readmission rate of under 2%,” Dr. Marco says. “The AHA’s certification is a meaningful endorsement of our approach and our impact across Southern California.”Mark Taper Building Administrator Charlette Ofrecio notes that a wide range of factors drive the unit’s success, among them its focus on coordinated compassionate care.“Each of our residents in the unit benefits from a deeply collaborative team including a cardiologist who oversees the program and regularly reviews each resident’s clinical status with our interdisciplinary staff,” Ofrecio says. “Through the combined expertise of pharmacy, dietary, and nursing, along with innovative, noninvasive monitoring technology, we’re able to proactively manage heart failure and provide meaningful education to residents and families for success at home.”Dr. Marco says that, while an unplanned hospitalization is an extremely stressful event in the lives of older adults and their families, LAJH’s heart failure management unit can offer critical peace of mind.“Our staff have the knowledge and expertise necessary to address one of the most challenging chronic diseases that older adults can face,” he says. “Heart failure patients who come to us can rest assured that there is literally nowhere else in our community better equipped to provide the specialized care they need.”
Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.)/Med-Tech - Fountainview at Eisenberg Village
We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence in quality care and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses and in the community, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.Fountainview at Eisenberg Village is a charming, upscale independent living community. Residents here enjoy the comforts of luxury resort-style living. Amenities include: upscale dining, on-site entertainment, a full-service staff providing expert care and attention, and a variety of health and fitness options to make each day easy and fun.The responsibilities of the Certified Nurse Assistant (C.N.A.)/Med-Tech include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities:Accurately and safely prepare, administer, and document the oral and/or topical medications that are commonly used in this facility and that may be ordered for residents use by the attending physician.Follow the labeling policies and practices of the facility.Ensure that all medications administered are properly labeled.Assist with all medications charting as directed by the Director of Health Services.Accurately measure, record, and report the vital signs of residents.Observe and verify that medication is ingested or applied as directed. Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for refusal.Assist residents with all applicable ADL’s, grooming, light housekeeping including laundry and toileting. Showers and baths as assigned. At times will assist with the application of elastic stockings, slings or support garments.Assist residents in preparing for medical test activities and social programs. Assists in transporting residents to/from appointments, activity and social programs, etc., as necessary.Observe and report the following: presence of pressure areas and skin breakdowns, all injuries including those of an unknown source, including skin tears. Inform the Director of Health Services or Wellness Coordinator of any changes in the resident's condition.Experience and Skills:Must have current CNA certification by the State of California.Medication Technician CertificatePrevious experience in Long Term Care preferred.Skilled Nursing Facility experience and with residents suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia, a plus.Verification of CPR (BLS) and first aid training.Background clearance, TB screening and successful completion of a health examination by a Los Angeles Jewish Health Nurse Practitioner or M.D.Flexible with working hours. Able to work various shifts.Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!
Director of Performance Excellence & Strategy - PACE (Remote)
We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.The Brandman Centers for Senior Care (BCSC), a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), provides high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services. We are a program of Los Angeles Jewish Health, renowned for providing quality care to vulnerable seniors.The responsibilities of the Director of Performance Excellence & Strategy include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership & Enterprise PerformanceDevelop and execute the organization's Performance Excellence and Operational Strategy roadmap aligned with corporate objectives and long-term growth plans.Establish enterprise-wide performance excellence frameworks that drive operational consistency, quality outcomes, regulatory readiness, and financial stewardship.Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on operational transformation, process optimization, cost containment, scalability, and organizational effectiveness.Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on performance trends, operational risks, compliance concerns, and improvement opportunities.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and operational discipline across all business units.Operational Excellence & GovernanceProvide executive oversight for enterprise process governance, standardization programs, and operational compliance frameworks.Ensure standardized operating models, policies, procedures, and playbooks are consistently deployed and sustained across all centers and departments.Lead the development and implementation of operational maturity models to evaluate adoption, compliance, and effectiveness of standardized practices.Establish governance structures that ensure accountability for operational performance and adherence to organizational standards.Oversee enterprise audits, operational reviews, gap assessments, and remediation initiatives.Quality, Compliance & Regulatory ExcellencePartner with Quality, Compliance, and Regulatory Affairs leadership to ensure organizational readiness for federal, state, accreditation, and payer requirements.Lead initiatives that strengthen quality outcomes, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational risk mitigation.Monitor emerging regulatory requirements and ensure operational standards remain current and compliant.Develop executive-level reporting and dashboards to monitor compliance performance and corrective action effectiveness.Business Intelligence, Analytics & Performance MeasurementEstablish and lead the enterprise performance measurement strategy.Oversee development of organizational KPIs, scorecards, benchmarks, and executive dashboards.Drive adoption of advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and business intelligence tools to support strategic decision-making.Partner with Information Technology and Data Analytics teams to harmonize data sources and establish a single source of truth for organizational performance.Lead the business intelligence roadmap, balancing strategic initiatives with operational reporting needs.Utilize advanced reporting tools including Power BI and emerging data science methodologies to identify trends and opportunities.Continuous Improvement & TransformationChampion Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management, and Continuous Improvement methodologies throughout the organization.Lead enterprise process improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, customer experience, workforce productivity, and cost reduction.Sponsor root cause analyses and performance improvement projects addressing critical organizational priorities.Ensure continuous improvement efforts are measurable, sustainable, and aligned with strategic objectives.Leadership & Team DevelopmentProvide direct leadership, coaching, and development for the Performance Excellence Manager / Analyst and associated team members.Build organizational capability in process improvement, operational governance, change management, and performance management.Partner with Operations and Training teams to develop education programs that reinforce standard work and performance excellence principles.Influence stakeholders at all levels to drive adoption of organizational standards and improvement initiatives.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Expert knowledge of Operational Excellence, Lean Management, Six Sigma, Change Management, and Process Governance methodologies.Strong understanding of healthcare quality, compliance, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide transformation initiatives and influence organizational change.Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with expertise in KPI development, dashboard design, and performance measurement.Exceptional executive presence with the ability to communicate complex information to senior leaders and stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in highly matrixed environments.Strong strategic planning, project management, and organizational development skills.Experience utilizing Power BI, data visualization tools, predictive analytics, and business intelligence platforms.Education & Experience required:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, Organizational Leadership, Public Health, or related field.Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive leadership experience in Performance Excellence, Operational Excellence, Quality Improvement, Strategy, Healthcare Operations, or Process Transformation.Minimum of 5 years leading enterprise-level teams and organizational improvement initiatives.Demonstrated experience developing enterprise governance frameworks, performance management systems, and operational standards.Proven success leading large-scale strategic and operational transformation initiatives.Education & Experience preferred:Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), Public Health (MPH), Engineering, or related field.Certified Six Sigma Black Belt preferred. Certification in Change Management, Project Management, Lean Enterprise, or Organizational Development.Experience within healthcare, health plans, value-based care organizations, PACE programs, hospice, home health, or integrated delivery systems.Experience supporting accreditation, regulatory audits, and compliance programs.Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!
Senior Director of Regional Operations - PACE (Remote)
We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.The Brandman Centers for Senior Care (BCSC), a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), provides high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services. We are a program of Los Angeles Jewish Health, renowned for providing quality care to vulnerable seniors.The responsibilities of the Senior Director of Regional Operations include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities:Lead key initiatives as directed by the SVP of Brandman across all program areas including but not limited to participant and staff satisfaction, compliance, growth, and program innovation (potential examples may include quality initiatives and trainings, emergency management program plans, community partnership development, level of care determinations and meeting support, and partnering with SVPs to optimize performance and achieve operational excellence across specified markets).Oversee program areas and functions as identified by the SVP (potential examples may include transportation, engagement, behavioral health, marketing and enrollment, and day center operations such as hiring, training, supervising, and mentoring staff to ensure clear and effective workflows).Provide interim executive leadership to fill key vacancies that include Acting Center Director and or any key leadership roles requested, which may include both remote and on-site coverage as needed.Provide appropriate coverage to support the Program Director and needs of center operations inclusive of ensuring appropriate level of contracts meet prospective and enrolled participant needs.Oversee center expansion activities including but not limited to alternative care sites and mobile clinic (physical plant, compliance, organizational structure inclusive of hiring, onboarding team members).Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure the delivery of compliant, high-quality care, while maintaining regulatory standards.Identify critical need areas for standardization and improvement, utilizing audits, on-site reviews, and other sources of inconsistencies or challenges, and implement solutions with teams as appropriate while ensuring financial efficiencies.This leader will be covering our Southern California markets and traveling between sites 80% of time. Site locations span from Long Beach to North Hollywood and San Bernardino to Coachella Valley.Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; five (5) or more years of relevant management experience may be substituted; master’s degree preferred.PACE experience preferred.Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in healthcare operations.Ability to work effectively in a matrix structure.Experience managing teams and initiatives across multiple operational functions.Five (5) to seven (7) years of supervisory experience with the demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members in a senior care or healthcare program preferred.Highly motivated, self-directed, able to execute tasks in a quickly changing environment, and able to make sound decisions in emergency situations.Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!
Sous Chef - Eisenberg Village
We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.Fountainview at Eisenberg Village is a charming, upscale independent living community. Residents here enjoy the comforts of luxury resort-style living. Amenities include: upscale dining, on-site entertainment, a full-service staff providing expert care and attention, and a variety of health and fitness options to make each day easy and fun.The responsibilities of the Sous Chef include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities:Ensure consistent and smooth running of food productionEnsure effective stock purchase, its receipt and storageApply on daily basis the Culinary Check List designed by the facility to ensure all kosher standards are upheld to the highest regardEnsure that working areas are always kept cleanAssist other kitchen staff as need arisesSupervise performance of kitchen staff to ensure proper activityPerform other administrative tasks as will be communicated by superiorsEnsure that required standards are adhered to in the production and preparation of food – in quality, quantity and safetyWork towards exceeding customer’s expectation by encouraging and promoting high level of serviceEnsure all complaints, inquiries, and suggestions by customers are attended to accordinglyGive appropriate support or guidance to members of kitchen when need arisesResolve possible disputes within the kitchen and report any unresolvedPromote good team spirit regularlyEnsure all dishes are prepared according to specification and served at the correct quality, portion size, and temperaturePartly responsible for the preparation of kitchen cleaning rosters and the supervision of cleaning schedulesPrepare substitute itemsEnsure that the kitchen staff work harmoniously in order to ensure timely production of quality foodsEnsure proper arrangement and garnishing of foodManage food logsMonitor the quality and quantity of food preparedAssist in recruiting, hiring, and training employee cooksReport the need for maintenance to appropriate staffExperience and Skills:Flexible schedule for all holidays throughout the year and blackout periods.5+ years’ culinary experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.One year of supervision preferred.Knowledge of best practices for training kitchen staff and implementing kitchen procedures.Excellent communication skills with a customer service-oriented approach.Strong knife skills.Serve Safe certification preferred.Good knowledge of reading, writing, and communicating in English.Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!