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 patient care in Pojoaque, New Mexico, in accordance with a physician-established care plan. This is a 1099 contract opportunity providing one-on-one care in the patient’s residence. The role involves advocating for patients and collaborating with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, and other members of the care team. The posting describes approximately four hours of care monthly, with no preferred days and preferred times ranging from mid-to-late morning through afternoon or anytime. Patient program benefits have no expiration, supporting long-term relationships between caregivers and patients. 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.
- 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 designated individuals regarding patients’ health.
- Provide education and training to the patient, family, and/or Home Health Aide.
- 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.
- Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.
Benefits
- The patient program benefit has no expiration, allowing caregivers to build long-term relationships with patients.
- Competitive benefits and compensation.
- Tools and opportunities to grow and advance careers.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
