Registered Nurse (RN), Home Health, PRN

Clinical/Field•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Registered Nurse is experienced in nursing, with an emphasis on community health education and experience. The RN plans, organizes, and directs home care services, building on community resources to plan and direct services that meet the needs of individuals and families in their homes and communities. The coverage area includes the Austin Metro Area and surrounding counties. Applicants should indicate the counties or ZIP codes in which they are interested in working.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license to practice professional nursing in the state of employment.
One to two years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting.
Valid CPR certification obtained in person, including a practical skills evaluation as part of the final test.
Excellent observation, verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and basic math skills; nursing skills as specified by the competency checklist.
Access to reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
One year of home health care experience.
Direct supervisory experience of Licensed Vocational Nurses and Nurse Aides/Assistants; management experience is not required.
Working knowledge of OASIS documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and direct home care services.
Use community resources to plan and direct services that meet the needs of individuals and families in their homes and communities.