Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to provide in-home patient care in Velarde, New Mexico, in accordance with a physician-established care plan. The role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with services provided at the patient’s residence. Patients accepted into the program have no benefit expiration, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with them. The schedule is four hours per month. The patient prefers visits on Mondays or Tuesdays, with no preference for start time. The nurse will provide one-on-one care, advocate for patients, and collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, and other individuals involved in the patient’s care. Offers are contingent on 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, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
- Ability to work 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.
- Pass a background check.
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.
- Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
- Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
- Monitor changes in the patient’s condition, including weight, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding patients’ health.
- Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
- Provide one-on-one care in the patient’s home to create 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.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
