Home Health RN Field Case Manager
About The Position
Provides direct nursing care to home health patients, including observation and delivery of prescribed treatments. Conducts initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points, evaluates care outcomes, identifies discharge-planning needs, consults with other disciplines, and adjusts nursing care as needed. Maintains accurate patient records, including medication profiles, care plans, and communication notes, and instructs patients and families on the use of products and services in response to learning needs. The role includes preparing, administering, monitoring, and discontinuing IV fluids; accessing IV delivery systems; administering prescribed medications and treatments; and performing phlebotomy, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing. The nurse supports quality patient care and regulatory compliance, maintains a safe and therapeutic environment, participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement program, supervises Home Health Aides and LVNs as required, and participates in the agency’s on-call rotation and emergency calls. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Two years of RN experience, including one year of adult IV expertise.
- Registered Nurse license issued by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners or a BNE Compact State.
- Valid Texas driver's license and proof of driver's insurance.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Other RN experience, including high-tech and home health expertise.
- Knowledge of InterQual and TMF care criteria.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care, including patient observation and delivery of prescribed treatments.
- Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of home health patient needs, including OASIS assessments at appropriate time points.
- Evaluate patient care outcomes and identify discharge-planning needs; consult with other disciplines and adjust nursing care processes as necessary.
- Maintain accurate patient records, including medication profiles, care plans, and communication notes.
- Instruct patients and families on the use of products and services, addressing learning needs through the nursing process.
- Prepare, administer, monitor, and discontinue IV fluids; access IV delivery systems.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Perform phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
- Deliver quality patient care that meets or exceeds established standards and assist with state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Maintain a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
- Participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program.
- Provide supervisory visits for Home Health Aides and LVNs as required by state and federal regulations.
- Participate in the on-call rotation and emergency calls according to agency policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- PPO medical plan available on day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
- Paid time off available on day one.
- Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
- Paid parental leave benefit.
- Wellness programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
- On-site childcare.
- Paid holidays.
- Healthcare benefits.
- Wage and merit increases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
