Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)

Stella Maris • Lutherville, MD

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Stella Maris is seeking a Home Health Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, skilled nursing care to adults in their homes in the Howard County, Maryland region. The nurse performs primary nursing care functions under the direction of the clinical manager and in accordance with professional home health nursing standards. Care is provided under a plan approved by the primary physician, with the nurse coordinating services for assigned patients and their families. This role involves daily travel throughout the region and is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the State of Maryland.
• At least 2 years of home health experience.
• OASIS documentation experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Commitment to Stella Maris’s philosophy of care, values, mission statement, and organizational culture.

Nice To Haves

• EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care to patients in their homes according to the plan of care approved by the primary physician.
• Coordinate all services provided for assigned patients and their families.
• Lead and advocate for coordination of patient care among clinicians, care modalities, and community resources.
• Manage clinical resources and transition planning for patients throughout the assigned caseload, from pre-admission through post-discharge.
• Explain Home Care and Hospice Home Care services, insurance benefits and coverage, patient responsibilities, and alternative payment options to prospective patients and families.
• Develop the initial plan of care using input from the patient, family, and physician, and request appropriate care disciplines.
• Report admissions to the Patient Care Coordinator within 24 hours and update the Hospice Team at weekly team meetings.
• Accurately document admissions, follow-up visits, and phone calls; review charts for completeness and accuracy when cases close.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed