Sign on bonus up to $3,500.00 Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)

Giving Home Health Care•Coyote Canyon, NM

9d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy since 2012. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) to provide in-home patient care in Coyote Canyon (4 hours) and Naschitti (8 hours), NM, based on physician-approved care plans. This is a 1099 contract position, requiring approximately 12 hours of weekly care at the patient's residence. Once accepted into the program, patients retain this benefit long-term, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships. The nurse will need to travel between the three locations to deliver personalized care, advocate for patients, and collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and physicians to meet their needs. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current CPR certification
TB test and physical examination.
Maintain required insurance.
Good interpersonal skills.
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home.
Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting.
Ability to assist with two person assist

Responsibilities

Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record.
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care.
Perform various activities associated with daily living.
Monitor vitals and GI intake and output.
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients.
Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.