Registered Nurse - RN - FT - Fayette county
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services so patients can receive care at home. The Registered Nurse will guide patients and families through the care continuum by assessing needs, coordinating care, supporting discharge and transition planning, and managing ongoing outpatient care. Under the supervision of an RN or MD, the nurse helps ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care and provides education, coaching, and treatment-decision support while collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker.
Requirements
- Current RN license specific to the state(s) where assigned to work.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
- Make referrals to other disciplines based on patients' identified needs, or document the rationale for not making referrals.
- Promote patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, including helping patients learn self-care techniques.
- Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
- Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
- Plan and provide staff education.
- Perform assigned on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families.
- Participate in clinical development and continuing education programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
