Home Health RN Preceptor

Adara Home Health•Mendota Heights, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Preceptor mentors, orients, educates, and trains assigned professional and unlicensed client-care personnel as they transition into their roles. The preceptor evaluates clinical competency of assigned employees to ensure quality standards of care are met. The role also oversees home health services in the community and provides comprehensive client care and case management as assigned. In collaboration with clients, families, and the health care team, the preceptor develops and implements goal-centered care plans that consider quality measures and financial aspects of treatment. The position builds and maintains respectful professional relationships and reports to the Clinical Supervisor. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position with an on-call rotation. The position reports to the Mendota Heights, Minnesota office and provides services in Mendota Heights and surrounding cities. Client care is provided in individual homes and community settings, requiring adaptability to varied environments and travel between locations. Adara Home Health offers schedule flexibility and work-life balance. Compensation includes a base salary of $70,000–$95,000 per year, plus productivity compensation and benefits. Salary depends on factors including experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location.

Requirements

Current Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing, without revocation, suspension, limitations, or restrictions.
At least two years of experience in a health care facility or home care field.
Proof of negative TB testing by Mantoux skin test, single TB blood test, or chest X-ray.
Access to a dependable automobile for travel to multiple company business stops daily.
Valid driver’s license and proof of current car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
U.S. citizenship or evidence of a valid Alien Work Permit.
Disclose convictions and criminal history related to provision of health services; candidates convicted of such crimes will not be hired.
Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings, including applicable Minnesota Department of Health and Federal Office of the Inspector General screenings.
Critical-thinking skills and the ability to follow standards and procedures and make appropriate clinical judgments to provide safe, effective client care.
Ability to work independently, adapt to change, manage varied assignments, set priorities, and complete necessary duties.
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal communication, education, and teaching skills.
Ability to create a supportive learning environment, assess learning needs, and tailor teaching methods to individual learning styles.
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new software programs.
Experience with Electronic Medical Records and Microsoft Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Reflect the company’s mission and values in developing and maintaining professional working relationships.
Provide direct instruction and guidance to clinical staff on procedures, protocols, and best practices across client-care areas.
Perform initial and periodic client assessments, determine care needs, implement interventions, and evaluate care effectiveness and outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, non-physician practitioners, and the home health team to develop and update the home health plan of care at least every 60 days or more often as client needs change.
Coordinate client care with family, caregivers, community resources, and other health care team members.
Advocate for clients by assessing home safety, developing and implementing individualized abuse-prevention plans, and reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation that complies with payer and billing requirements.
Educate clients, families, caregivers, licensed clinicians as indicated, and unlicensed personnel.
Provide direct care to clients of varying ages, acuity levels, and diagnoses in accordance with company policies and procedures and the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act.
Provide clinical oversight, education, orientation, and training to licensed clinicians, office personnel, and unlicensed personnel.
Perform Registered Nurse Case Manager responsibilities as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor or designee.
Assist with recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, training, assignment, and discharge of staff in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Ensure effective and appropriate financial management of clients’ home health services.
Manage the work schedule effectively, adapt to unexpected changes, remain flexible, and participate in the on-call process.