RN - Pediatric Nurse

BrightSpring Health Services•Peoria, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

All Ways Caring HomeCare is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect care to clients in their homes. The nurse supervises and directs caregivers when they are involved in a client’s plan of care. Depending on state regulations, the role may include administrative and/or field and clinical responsibilities. The nurse provides skilled nursing care and treatment according to physicians’ orders and plans of care; documents care and communicates with physicians and families; administers and monitors prescribed medications; conducts nursing assessment visits as needed; and completes supervisory visits and related documentation. The role also implements nursing support in the home, works with nursing leadership and branch management to address clients’ health needs, and participates in meetings and in-services. All Ways Caring HomeCare provides individualized services intended to help people remain at home while supporting their dignity, privacy, and independence. Its services include personal care, homemaking, professional nursing, older adult care management, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, and respite care.

Requirements

Degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
Current and unrestricted nursing license in the state of operation.
Current CPR professional certification.
Excellent communication skills with personnel at all levels, both internal and external to the company.
Ability to work independently with highly confidential information.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled nursing care and treatment in accordance with physicians’ orders and the plan of care.
Document nursing actions and care provided, and inform physicians and family members as appropriate.
Administer and monitor medications and medication management as prescribed by a physician.
Conduct nursing assessment visits as needed.
Follow company policies and procedures and applicable operational, state, and regulatory standards.
Complete supervisory visits, including reviewing plans of care, assessing caregiver competency, and completing required documentation.
Implement nursing support for individuals in a home setting.
Work with the Director of Nursing, Nurse Supervisor, and/or Branch Manager to address individuals’ health needs.
Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and other meetings as needed.
Ensure compliance with physicians’ verbal orders and medical reports.