Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Commonheart, Inc • Fond du Lac, WI

4d • $39 - $45

About The Position

Commonheart is hiring a Wisconsin-licensed Registered Nurse to identify, provide for, and accept responsibility for fulfilling patients’ total nursing needs in a home health setting. The role includes nursing assessments, medication management, documentation, supervision of other nursing personnel, and serving as care manager. The RN participates on the core care team and coordinates implementation of each patient’s plan of care.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week), 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week), or 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week). On-call duties include a one-week rotation from Friday at 4:30 PM through the following Friday at 8:00 AM, as well as 24-hour weekend on-call every fifth or sixth weekend. Eligible team members receive an additional incentive for fulfilling on-call duties.

The role involves travel within a one-hour radius. A company car, including expenses such as gas and maintenance, is provided for employees working at least 0.6 FTE. The hourly pay range is $38.50 to $44.80 based on experience; higher pay may be considered depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits may vary based on employment status.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Wisconsin.
• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical, Home Health, Hospice, or Long-Term Care nursing.
• Certification in Gerontology or Wound Care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and actively promote effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintain a positive image of the entity in the community in alignment with its mission, vision, and values.
• Provide on-call services as assigned.
• Participate as part of the core team providing care and services, and coordinate implementation of the plan of care.
• Coordinate all aspects of patient care in accordance with current professional standards and practice.
• Advocate for patient choice.
• Participate in developing and revising written patient care policies and procedures.
• Participate in the home health quality assurance and performance improvement program.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and, as needed, their families, consistent with the plan of care.
• Participate in home health-sponsored in-service training and continuing education opportunities.
• Complete documentation within policy timeframes, including ongoing observation and assessment of patient and family needs.
• Lead, guide, and direct others in providing quality care.
• Practice infection-control mitigation at all times.
• Maintain honest, open, and professional communication, including promoting the interdisciplinary team.
• Respond promptly by phone to patient and family calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free Direct Primary Care for employees enrolled in the health plan, including no copays for primary care visits and personalized access to a provider.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of $0.50 for every $1 contributed, up to 6%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off.
• Referral Program.
• Company car with expenses paid, including gas and maintenance, for employees working at least 0.6 FTE.
• Additional incentive for eligible team members who fulfill on-call duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed