Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)

Giving Home Health Care•Chimayo, NM

20d•$35 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate RN or LPN to provide in-home patient care in Chimayo, New Mexico, in accordance with a physician-established plan of care. This is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care provided at the patient’s residence. The position involves one-on-one care and advocacy, with collaboration among CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, and other members of the patient’s care team. The organization notes that patients may remain in the program indefinitely, allowing caregivers to build long-term relationships with them. The schedule is 20 hours per week, with visits preferred Monday through Friday and no specified start-time preference. Offers are contingent on passing a background check. Compensation is listed as $35–$55 per hour; the posting specifies LPN rates up to $35 per hour and RN rates up to $50 per hour, based on experience.

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.
Offers are contingent upon passing 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.
Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Monitor changes in patient condition, including weight, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other designated 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 to support a comfortable environment.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as needed to meet patient needs.