Registered Nurse
VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF HANOVER AND SPRING GROVE INC•Hanover, PA
•$75,000 - $85,000•Remote
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes or place of residence. The RN is responsible for comprehensive patient assessment, care planning, coordination of services, and ongoing evaluation of patient needs in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The RN ensures care is delivered in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, and all applicable state and federal regulations.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a current, active Registered Nurse license in the state of Pennsylvania
- Current CPR certification
- Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance with acceptable driving history is required
- PA State Police Criminal Background Check
- PA Child Abuse Clearance
- FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
Nice To Haves
- Experience in home health, hospice, or community health preferred
- Knowledge of home health and hospice regulations preferred
Responsibilities
- Assesses the home environment and determines needs of patients and caregivers
- Perform initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patients’ physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs
- Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care
- Make referrals to other agencies or services as needed
- Provide skilled nursing services including wound care, medication management, IV therapy, and disease management
- Deliver end-of-life care focusing on comfort, dignity, and symptom management for hospice patients
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, and self-care techniques
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and the interdisciplinary team (therapy, social work, hospice aides, chaplain)
- Coordinate care and services to ensure continuity of care across settings
- Participate in case conferences and interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings
- Complete accurate, timely documentation in accordance with agency policy and regulatory requirements
- Ensure compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, state regulations, and accreditation standards
- Maintain current and accurate clinical records, including OASIS documentation for home health patients
- Identify changes in patient condition and communicate appropriately to the care team
- Participate in quality improvement (QAPI) activities
- Follow infection control and patient safety protocols
- Report incidents, variances, and patient concerns per agency policy
- Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families
- Support patients and caregivers through end-of-life transitions
- Promote patient rights, dignity, and cultural sensitivity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
