Home Health Registered Nurse - PRN

Alternate Solutions Health Network•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides comprehensive skilled nursing care in patients’ homes as ordered by the attending physician. The RN coordinates home-based care, observes and monitors patient conditions, conducts OASIS assessments, develops and adjusts individualized plans of care, administers prescribed medications, and educates patients and families. The RN works autonomously within the state-defined scope of practice and collaborates with physicians and an interdisciplinary team to support safe, compassionate care and positive patient outcomes. The role includes supervising aides and LPNs, evaluating treatments and patient needs, coordinating admissions, transfers, and discharges, and helping prevent rehospitalizations through timely visits and patient education. The RN is accountable for complete and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocols and Medicare and federal guidelines, and must meet specified documentation deadlines. The position requires travel to patients’ homes within an assigned geographic area, participation in on-call requirements, case conferences, in-service trainings, and mandatory meetings. Schedules are described as flexible, and compensation includes a pay-per-visit model, mileage reimbursement, and bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
At least one year of experience as an RN in an acute care setting.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance listing the employee as a driver.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position and travel to patient locations.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers.
Compassion, patience, and a calm, accommodating approach when working with patients.
Knowledge of nursing best practices and ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
Ability to identify situations and determine suitable solutions.
Attention to detail and strong observation skills.
Disciplined work ethic, including the ability to prioritize and be timely.
Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.

Nice To Haves

Home care experience.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care in patients’ homes as ordered by the attending physician.
Observe and monitor patient conditions and perform OASIS assessments to develop and adjust individualized plans of care.
Administer medications as prescribed by the physician.
Prioritize visits for high-risk patients to help reduce rehospitalizations.
Manage multidisciplinary care as applicable and promote continuity through appropriate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Counsel and educate patients and families about disease or injury processes, care management, and preventative measures.
Incorporate patients and families into care planning and listen to their concerns.
Oversee and supervise patient care provided by aides and LPNs; communicate supervisory visit results to them.
Evaluate treatments and patient medical conditions according to the plan of care, and determine whether the level of care meets patient needs.
Complete and submit clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocols and Medicare and federal guidelines, including required visit-specific deadlines.
Follow the plan of care within the RN scope of practice and maintain an active RN license in the state of employment.
Communicate schedule or availability changes to the scheduler or supervisor.
Participate in on-call requirements and case conferences.
Attend in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings.
Drive to scheduled patient locations and fulfill assigned visits within the geographic area and applicable federal and state requirements.
Maintain a professional appearance and follow agency policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and physicians to support optimal patient care.