Registered Nurse (RN)

Giving Home Health Care•Lucasville, OH

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) in the Lucasville, Ohio area to provide in-home patient care in accordance with physician-established plans of care. This is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care delivered in patients’ residences. Patients range from those needing a few hours of care each month to weekly visits or up to 24-hour care. Scheduling options include short visits, full 12-hour shifts, or a combination. Patient needs range from basic medical management to high-acuity and medically fragile end-of-life care. The nurse provides one-on-one care and advocates for patients, building lasting relationships with individuals enrolled in the program. The role collaborates with Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aides, Case Managers, physicians, family members, and others involved in the patient’s care. The patient requiring care in this posting needs six hours per month, which may suit someone seeking PRN hours. Care takes place in the patient’s home. 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 or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
Current 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.
Ability to 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 the patient’s home.
Ability to provide basic medical management through medically fragile end-of-life care.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as an RN or LPN 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 medications, treatments, 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 the patient’s condition, 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 support a comfortable environment.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet patients’ needs.