Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide in-home care in White Rock, New Mexico. The nurse administers patient care in accordance with a physician-established plan and works one-on-one with patients in their homes. The role collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other people involved in the patient's care. The position is a 1099 contract opportunity, with a schedule of four hours per month and no preference for time or day. Care is provided at the patient's residence, and patients accepted into the program may receive the benefit indefinitely.
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 through 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 medications, treatments, 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 provide 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 patients' health.
- Provide education and training to patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in patients' homes.
- 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
