Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide in-home patient care in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The nurse administers care in accordance with a physician-established plan and works one-on-one with patients in their residences. The role collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other individuals involved in the patient’s care. Patients accepted into the program have no expiration for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with them. This is a 1099 contract opportunity. Patient schedule needs are Saturday through Wednesday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check. Giving Home describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, inclusive, and equitable, and says it offers competitive benefits and compensation and opportunities to grow and advance careers.
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, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
- Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to the patient’s home.
- Ability to provide basic medical management through medically fragile end-of-life care.
Responsibilities
- Execute physician-prescribed plans of care.
- Complete compliant documentation of care in the system of record.
- Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
- Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
- Perform activities associated with daily living.
- Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
- Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
- Monitor changes in patients’ conditions, including weight changes, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other designated individuals regarding patients’ health.
- Provide education and training to patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in patients’ homes to support a comfortable environment.
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
- Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet patients’ needs.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation
- Opportunities to grow and advance careers
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Education Level
Associate degree
