Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to provide care in a patient’s home in Espanola, New Mexico. The nurse administers care according to a physician-established plan and works one-on-one with the patient to support their needs and advocate for them. The position collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other individuals involved in the patient’s care. Care is provided at the patient’s residence, and the role is a 1099 contract opportunity. The schedule is four hours per week and can be arranged between the patient and nurse. 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, 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 through 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 provide 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 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 to support a comfortable environment.
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
