Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN/LPN)

Giving Home Health Care • Alcalde, NM

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to provide one-on-one care to a patient in the patient’s home in Alcalde, New Mexico. Care is provided according to a physician-established plan of care and is scheduled for three hours per month on Tuesdays. The role includes advocating for the patient and collaborating with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other designated individuals. Once a patient is accepted into the program, the benefit has no expiration, offering the opportunity to build a lasting relationship with the patient. This is a 1099 contract opportunity. 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 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.

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 for 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, their family, and/or the 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’s program benefit has no expiration once accepted, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with patients.
• The company describes its benefits and compensation as competitive and mentions opportunities to grow and advance careers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree