Low Acuity Home Health Nurse - RN or LPN

Giving Home Health Care • Pojoaque, NM

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care in a patient’s residence in Pojoaque, New Mexico. The nurse will administer care in accordance with a physician-established plan and work one-on-one with the patient, advocating for their needs and helping create a comfortable care environment. The role is a 1099 contract opportunity providing approximately four hours of care monthly. Preferred days are flexible, and preferred times include mid-to-late morning, afternoon, or anytime. The nurse will collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other individuals involved in the patient’s care. 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, 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.
• Must 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 and other personal care services as necessary to meet patient needs.
• 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 prescribed 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

• The patient benefit has no expiration once the patient is accepted into the program, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with patients.
• The company describes its benefits and compensation as competitive and highlights a supportive, collaborative culture and opportunities to grow and advance careers.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree