Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health (Full-Time)

Washington Regional Medical System • Fayetteville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse - Home Health Visit reports to the Nurse Supervisor. This position is responsible for making home visits, providing direct patient care, and completing related paperwork. The mission of Washington Regional Medical System is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program
• RN license and CPR, required
• Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance, required
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience, required

Responsibilities

• Assess and chart observations of the patient’s condition at each visit
• Complete evaluation tasks, including reviewing medication and vital signs
• Administer physician-prescribed medication
• Through proper wound care procedures, document and assess heading progress
• Complete written reports on patients in a timely manner
• Provide thorough education for patients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies
• Partner and coordinate care with members of the patient’s care team
• Recommend resources that may improve the quality of life for the patient and assist patient in maintaining their independence
• Update care plan and orders accordingly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees