Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide one-on-one care in patients’ homes in the Aiken, South Carolina area. The RN administers care according to a physician-established plan and works with patients whose needs range from basic medical management to high-acuity care. Patients may receive weekly visits or as much as 24-hour care, offering a range of scheduling options, including short visits and 12-hour shifts. The role is a 1099 contract opportunity, and the nursing talent pool is being built for upcoming needs. Caregiver relationships may continue for years because the patient benefit has no expiration once a patient is accepted into the program. The RN advocates for patients and collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other designated individuals. Candidates must have a current state or compact RN license, CPR certification, a TB test and physical examination, and required insurance. Offers are contingent on passing a background check.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited college or university Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
- Current State or Compact License as a Registered 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 patients’ homes.
- Ability to provide basic medical management through medically fragile end-of-life care.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of RN experience in a clinical or home health setting.
- Ability to assist with two-person transfers or assistance.
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 patients’ conditions, including weight, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding patients’ health.
- Educate and train patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in patients’ homes 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 patients’ needs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
