Low acuity Home Health Nurse

Giving Home Health Care•Espanola, NM

1d•$28 - $50•Onsite

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. 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. Giving Home Health Care is looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Espanola, NM to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan. This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. Once patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, which allows caregivers to build lasting relationships with their patients for years to come. This patient requires 20 hours of care a week, with no preference on days or times, allowing the schedule to be worked out between the nurse and the patient. The nurse will advocate for patients and work one-on-one to provide them with the care they need, collaborating with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians. 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, 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