Registered Nurse (RN)

Giving Home Health Care•Indian Springs, NV

25d•$53 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. If you’re a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) in the Las Vegas, NV area to administer patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan. We have an opening in Indian Springs for nurses with previous experience with trachs/vent patients. Schedule: 7am - 7pm OR 7pm - 7am Monday - Sunday This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. If this role sounds interesting to you, or if you enjoy developing genuine relationships with your patients, apply today! #INDPLIC

Requirements

Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse
TB test and physical examination
Current CPR certification
Maintain required insurance
Good interpersonal skills
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients
Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions
Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home
Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience as an RN in a clinical or home health setting
Ability to assist with two person assist
Experience with tracheostomy care

Responsibilities

Execute physician prescribed plans of care
Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies
Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
Perform various activities associated with daily living
Monitor vitals and GI intake and output
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care
Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients
Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide
Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs