Low Acuity Home Health Nurse - RN or LPN

Giving Home Health Care•Espanola, NM

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide one-on-one care to a patient in the patient’s residence in Espanola, New Mexico. The nurse administers care in accordance with a physician-established plan and works collaboratively with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other designated individuals. The opportunity is a 1099 contract, with approximately 12 hours of care weekly. Preferred days are not specified; preferred times include afternoon, anytime, or early evening. The role offers the opportunity to build a lasting relationship with a patient whose program benefit has no expiration once accepted. The nurse advocates for the patient, provides care in the patient’s home, and supports the patient and family through education and training. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check. The position pays $35–$55 per hour: LPNs may earn up to $35 per hour and RNs up to $55 per hour, based on experience. Giving Home Health Care has served individuals affected by health conditions related to work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy since 2012. The organization describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, inclusive, and equitable, and states that it is an equal opportunity employer. It may use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.

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.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 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, including care up to 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 to meet the patient’s 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 designated individuals about the patient’s health.
Provide education and training to the patient, family, and/or Home Health Aide.
Provide one-on-one care in the patient’s home.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.