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 Hernandez, New Mexico, in accordance with a physician-established care plan. This is a 1099 contract opportunity providing one-on-one care in a patient's residence. The schedule is 4 hours weekly, with preferred days Monday through Friday and preferred times in the mid-to-late morning. The position offers the opportunity to advocate for patients and build lasting relationships with them. The nurse collaborates 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 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 and other personal care services as needed.
- Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
- Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
- Monitor changes in patients' conditions, including weight changes, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding patients' health.
- Provide education and training to patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in patients' homes to support a comfortable environment.
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation.
- Tools and opportunities to grow and advance careers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
