Low acuity Home Health Nurse
About The Position
Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. The company focuses on personalized, in-home care for those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles, serving patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. Giving Home Health Care is a fast-growing, leading provider committed to delivering exceptional care. They are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Chimayo, NM, to administer patient care according to physician-established care plans. This is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care provided at the patient’s residence. Patients accepted into the program have no expiration for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships. This specific patient requires 8 hours of care per week, with visits open any day of the week during early-mid morning, mid-late morning, morning, or early-mid afternoon. The nurse will advocate for patients, provide one-on-one care, and collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check. Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment, adhering to pay transparency laws, and providing equal opportunity. They may use AI tools in the hiring process, but final decisions are human-made.
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
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
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation
- Supportive, collaborative culture
- Tools and opportunities to grow and advance careers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
