RN - Home Health
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Provides and directs the provision of home nursing care, based on agency policies and procedures, through the competent application of the nursing process.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Provides services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill, in accordance with the plan of treatment signed by the physician and makes the initial evaluation visit to the client.
- Demonstrates competency in all skills required for the agency, including, but not limited to, venipunctures, infusion therapy, infusion therapy device care, wound care, and aseptic technique.
- Performs client assessments based on agency standards of practice to ensure effective and appropriate home care services.
- Evaluates, and regularly reevaluates, the nursing needs of the client; initiates, develop, implements, and make necessary revisions to the client’s plan of care.
- Initiates diagnostic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate to the client’s care and safety. Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the client’s needs or documents rationale for not doing so.
- Coordinates the total plan of care and maintains continuity of client care by liaising with other health professionals assigned to the same clients.
- Develops, prepares, and maintains individualized client care progress records with accuracy, timeliness, and according to policies. Submits accurate documentation within 24 hours of visit.
- Participates in on-call coverage for Home Health/Hospice provider as needed
EDUCATION
- License to practice as a registered nurse in the state
- Up to date first aid and CPR certification preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum one years of nursing experience preferred.
- Home Health/Hospice Experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Midland, TX: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road