Registered Nurse RN Home Health PRN
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The PRN Registered Nurse coordinates and oversees patients’ home care, working with care teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. The nurse assesses patients, provides skilled nursing care, educates families, documents care, and communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. The stated annual total cash target assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity; this position is identified as PRN.
Requirements
- Current RN license specific to the state(s) assigned for work.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
- At least 1 year of clinical experience as a registered nurse. Candidates with less than 1 year of RN clinical experience require approval by the VP of Clinical.
- Candidates with less than 6 months of RN clinical experience must participate in the RN Intern program.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee all aspects of patients’ home care.
- Collaborate with patient care teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Educate families about the patient’s condition, needs, and care.
- Perform head-to-toe physical assessments.
- Check vital signs and manage medications.
- Give injections and provide IV therapy or tube feedings.
- Administer and maintain catheters.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time.
- Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
- Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Development opportunities for other roles.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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