Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)

Giving Home Health Care • Naschitti, NM

3d • Remote

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 Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide one-on-one patient care in Naschitti, NM. The selected nurse will provide care in the patient’s home in accordance with an individualized care plan established by the patient’s physician. This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity with approximately 12 hours of nursing care per week. Once a patient is accepted into the program, there is no expiration date on the benefit, allowing caregivers to build meaningful, long-term relationships with their patients and provide consistent support for years to come. As the patient’s nurse, you will provide individualized care, advocate for the patient’s needs, and work closely with the patient and their care team. You will collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to help ensure continuity and quality of care.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted RN or LPN license in New Mexico.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the care team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Successful completion of a required background check.
• 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

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care in the patient’s home.
• Follow and implement the physician-established plan of care.
• Monitor the patient’s condition and report significant changes as appropriate.
• Advocate for the patient’s needs, safety, comfort, and overall well-being.
• Collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, physicians, and other members of the care team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided.
• Develop a trusting and professional relationship with the patient and family.
• Provide consistent, reliable care in accordance with the established care plan.
• 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

• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
• Mileage reimbursement is available for eligible travel related to patient care, in accordance with company policy.
• Competitive benefits and compensation
• Tools and opportunities to grow and advance their careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree