Low acuity Home Health Nurse

Giving Home Health Care•Ribera, NM

1d•$28 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, the company is committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, Giving Home Health Care serves patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. The company is looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Ribera, NM to administer patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan. This is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. Once patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships. This specific patient requires 8 hours of care a week, with no preference on days or times, allowing the schedule to be worked out between the nurse and the patient. The role involves advocating for patients, working one-on-one to provide care, and collaborating with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians. 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
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, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing 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 the care provided in the system of record.
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care.
Perform various activities associated with daily living.
Monitor vitals and GI intake and output.
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients.
Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.