Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health Full time

Pinnacle Career • Lakewood Ranch, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Pinnacle Home Care, Florida’s largest independent Medicare-certified home health provider, is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) to join their award-winning team. With over two decades of experience delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, the company offers a mission-driven environment focused on compassionate healthcare delivered at home. This role involves designing and implementing patient-specific care plans, providing comprehensive nursing care, monitoring patient conditions, and maintaining accurate clinical records. The RN will also serve as a liaison between patients and community resources, collaborate with physicians, and ensure effective coordination of daily visits. A strong understanding of the agency's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program, patient rights, and discharge policies is essential.

Requirements

• Must have a current RN license (state-specific).
• Valid BLS certification.
• Minimum one year of experience in home health or a healthcare facility.
• Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines.
• Possess a solid understanding of professional nursing principles and home health documentation.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable and insured vehicle.
• Ability to visit homes that may not be wheelchair accessible.
• Sufficient hearing, eyesight, and dexterity to perform physical assessments and demonstrate care techniques.
• Engage in physical activities such as walking, standing, stooping, and occasional lifting or turning of patients.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement patient-specific care plans focused on achieving optimal recovery and enhancing overall health.
• Provide high-quality nursing care in alignment with the patient’s care plan, including comprehensive health and psychosocial assessments to support recovery.
• Monitor patients’ conditions and coordinate health promotion, prevention, and direct care.
• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical records, including all required OASIS documentation.
• Communicate effectively with clinical managers and colleagues to ensure high-quality care.
• Provide training and support to patients and their families/caregivers.
• Function as a key point of contact between patients and community health resources.
• Work alongside physicians and discharge planners to provide health education to patients and caregivers.
• Confirm daily visit schedules to ensure seamless coordination with other staff.
• Demonstrate awareness of the agency’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program and participate as required.
• Understand and adhere to the agency’s process for managing and addressing customer complaints.
• Maintain acute awareness of patient rights, ensuring these rights are upheld in accordance with the agency’s service agreements and admission policies.
• Understand the agency’s policies regarding appropriate patient discharge and reasons for discharge.

Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development: Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to support licensure and career advancement.
• Competitive Benefits & Perks: Including an employee referral program where you can earn rewards.
• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a schedule that aligns with your personal priorities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees