Home Health Nurse- RN or LPN - Night shifts

Giving Home Health Care•Albuquerque, NM

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate RN or LPN to provide personalized, one-on-one care in patients’ homes. The nurse administers care according to a physician-established care plan and advocates for patients, including providing basic medical management through medically fragile end-of-life care. The role collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, and patients’ physicians. Care is provided at the patient’s residence, and patients accepted into the program may receive the benefit without an expiration, allowing caregivers to build long-term relationships. These are night-shift openings in the listed New Mexico communities, with scheduled shifts from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. or 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Part-time and full-time openings are available. 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, lift up to 50 lbs, and move patients.
Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to the patient’s home.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting.
Ability to assist with a two-person assist.

Responsibilities

Administer patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan.
Advocate for patients and provide one-on-one care in the patient’s residence.
Collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, and patients’ physicians.
Provide basic medical management, including care for medically fragile patients through end of life.