Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)

Giving Home Health Care•Nambe, NM

7d•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 in a patient’s home in Nambe, New Mexico. The nurse administers care according to a physician-established plan and collaborates with the patient’s care team, including CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, and family members. The role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care provided at the patient’s residence. The schedule is eight hours per month and can be arranged between the nurse and patient. Patients accepted into the program have no expiration date for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build long-term relationships with them. Offers are contingent on passing a background check. Compensation is hourly and based on experience: LPNs may earn up to $35 per hour, and RNs may earn up to $55 per hour. The posting also describes the company’s commitment to a supportive, collaborative, inclusive, and equitable work environment, competitive compensation, career growth, and transparent pay practices. Giving Home is an equal opportunity employer. AI tools may assist the recruitment team with 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, 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.
Pass 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, treatments, 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 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 the patient’s home.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.