Home Health Nurse
Iowa Care Community Inc, Iowa City Hospice, Visiting Nurse Association•Iowa City, IA
12h
About The Position
The Visiting Nurse Association is seeking a compassionate and organized Home Health Nurse to join our dedicated healthcare team. In this vital role, you will coordinate and oversee individualized, high-quality healthcare services for patients, in the comfort of their homes. If you are passionate about patient advocacy and have strong clinical and organizational skills, we invite you to apply and make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Requirements
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa
- A graduate of an approved school of nursing (RN/BSN/ARNP) with a current Iowa Nursing License.
- Two years of home health or hospice or work related experience preferred. General medical knowledge related to home health and hospice services with end-of-life issues is desirable.
- Reliable car, driver's license and adequate insurance as outlined in the personnel policies is required.
- Strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and evidence-based practice expertise.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Proficient computer skills, including electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office applications.
- Advanced Certifications in Hospice and Palliative Nurse certification by the 3rd year of employment.
- All offers of employment are conditioned upon the result of a criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, as required by law and a negative finding on the Office of Inspector General’s Excluded Provider List.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients' health conditions and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Coordinate and monitor home health services, including nursing, aide, and social support, to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Educate patients and their families on health management, medication adherence, and safety procedures
- Conduct regular home visits to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
- Document patient interactions, care plans, and progress accurately in electronic health records
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless communication and optimal patient outcomes
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, safety standards, and agency policies
Benefits
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance
- Voluntary Medical plan
- Voluntary Dental plan
- Voluntary Vision plan
- Voluntary Critical Illness plan
- Voluntary Accident plan
- Voluntary Short term disability
- Additional voluntary life & disability insurance for family
- 19 day of paid vacation and 12 days of paid sick leave
- Free parking, mileage reimbursement, iPhone & iPad for work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
