Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide one-on-one care in patients’ homes in the Aiken, South Carolina area, following physician-established plans of care. This 1099 contract opportunity offers multiple scheduling options, from short weekly visits to 12-hour shifts or a blend of schedules. Patients may require basic medical management through high-acuity or end-of-life care. The role supports long-term relationships with patients and involves collaboration with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other care team members. Shifts may be during the day, evening, night, or weekends. The organization is building a nursing talent pool for upcoming needs; 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 Registered Nurse license.
- 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 lbs, 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 care ranging from basic medical management to medically fragile end-of-life care.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of RN experience in a clinical or home health setting.
- Ability to assist with a two-person assist.
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 provide wound care.
- Monitor changes in patients’ conditions, including weight changes, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals about patients’ health.
- Educate and train patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in patients’ homes to create a comfortable environment.
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
- Provide other personal care services as needed to meet patients’ needs.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and compensation.
- Tools and opportunities to grow and advance careers.
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Education Level
Associate degree
