Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide care in a patient’s home in Nambe, New Mexico. The nurse administers patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan and works one-on-one with the patient to advocate for and support their care needs. This is a 1099 contract opportunity. The schedule is four hours per month; preferred days are Monday through Friday, with preferred availability in the morning, mid-to-late morning, or anytime. The role collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other designated individuals. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited college or university Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
- Current state or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current TB test and physical examination.
- Maintain required insurance.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
- Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
- Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to the patient’s home.
- Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end-of-life care.
Responsibilities
- Execute physician-prescribed plans of care.
- Complete compliant documentation of care in the system of record.
- Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
- Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
- Perform activities associated with daily living and other personal care services needed by the patient.
- Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
- Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
- Monitor changes in the patient’s condition, including weight changes, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other designated individuals about patients’ health.
- Provide education and training to patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in the patient’s home.
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation
- Tools and opportunities to grow and advance careers
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
