Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)
Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Arizona•Glendale, AZ
•$80,000 - $100,000
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in healthcare settings. The RN assesses patients, develops and implements individualized care plans, administers treatments and medications, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal patient outcomes. The schedule is full-time, weekdays (Monday through Friday), with on-call responsibilities and rotating on-call weekends.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona.
- Strong clinical skills and ability to perform nursing procedures precisely.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and regulatory guidelines.
- Current CPR certification.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required.
- Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stand, walk, and climb stairs for extended periods.
- Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.
- Visual acuity and dexterity for reading medical records, administering injections, and handling medical instruments.
- Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergencies.
- Ability to work in varied home environments, including spaces with stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
- Regular attendance and punctuality according to the designated work schedule.
- Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
- Ability to repeatedly or continuously use abdominal and lower-back muscles to support part of the body without fatiguing.
Nice To Haves
- One year of RN experience in Home Health or a related healthcare setting.
- Experience with electronic medical record systems and documentation.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ physical, emotional, and social needs and develop individualized care plans with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
- Administer medications, treatments, and procedures according to physician orders and nursing protocols.
- Monitor vital signs and treatment responses, and report significant changes or concerns to the healthcare team.
- Provide emotional support and educate patients about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care.
- Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate, current patient records in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Supervise and delegate tasks to nursing assistants and other support staff as needed.
- Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Respond promptly and effectively to patient needs and emergencies, providing appropriate interventions and support.
- Follow infection-control and safety procedures to protect patients and staff.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Nursing Supervisor or designated manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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