Field RN – Home Care
About The Position
The Field RN administers the patient/client’s Care Plan and supports their health and wellness as outlined in that plan. The RN ensures compliance with nursing and clinical standards, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and company policies. The role may also provide Skilled Nursing Services when appropriate and needed. This position includes conducting home care aide orientations, supervision visits, skill checks, and annual performance reviews; providing aides with ongoing field instruction; reviewing Personal Care Plans from Aging Service Access Points (ASAP); documenting services and changes in client circumstances; and communicating client concerns to case managers, legal representatives, or family members. The RN collaborates with the Director of Nursing, clients and caregivers, physicians, and other care team members. The role is part-time or per diem, with flexible scheduling. Hours are primarily on weekdays, with occasional weekend availability as needed. The listed hiring pay range is $40–$42 per hour; final compensation may depend on relevant experience, skills, certifications, and location.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse license in the state where practicing.
- One or more years of experience and responsibilities in clinical home health services, or equivalent; listed as preferred in the posting.
- Licensed driver in the appropriate state.
- Independent transportation with current insurance coverage.
- Excellent problem-solving ability and organizational skills; ability to work with minimal direction.
- Competence in applying processes designed to ensure adherence to pertinent federal and state rules and regulations.
- Strong communication skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with staff, physicians, referral sources, patients, and families.
- Demonstrated computer literacy.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of experience and responsibilities in clinical home health services, or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Follow the appropriate Care Plan in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, patient/client and caregivers, the patient/client’s physician, and other care team members as appropriate.
- Conduct on-site orientation, quarterly supervision visits, skill checks, and annual performance reviews of home care aides in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
- Provide ongoing instruction to home health aides during field visits, including reinforcement of Standard Precautions, client respect, HIPAA, and safety.
- Review Personal Care Plans from Aging Service Access Points (ASAP) and orient aides in following plans authorized by the ASAP RN.
- Document services rendered and changes in client condition or family and home situation.
- Communicate concerns or issues regarding client status to ASAP Case Managers or the client’s legal representative or family as necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Provide Skilled Nursing Services when appropriate and as needed.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
