Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
Giving Home Health Care provides personalized in-home care to individuals affected by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. The Registered Nurse role serves patients in the Portsmouth, Ohio area and provides care at patients’ residences according to physician-established care plans. Patients’ needs range from basic medical management to high-acuity care, and schedules may include weekly visits, 12-hour shifts, or a combination. Patient care may range from weekly hours to 24-hour care, enabling caregivers to build long-term relationships with patients. This is a 1099 contract opportunity and is part of a nursing talent pool for upcoming needs. The nurse works one-on-one with patients and collaborates with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, physicians, family members, and other care team members. Multiple shift options are available, including day, evening, night, and weekends. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited college or university Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
- Current state or Compact Registered Nurse license.
- Current CPR certification.
- TB test and physical examination.
- Maintain required insurance.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
- Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to patients’ homes.
- Ability to provide care ranging from basic medical management to medically fragile end-of-life care.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of RN experience in a clinical or home health setting.
- Ability to assist with a two-person transfer or assist.
Responsibilities
- Execute physician-prescribed plans of care.
- Complete compliant documentation of care in the system of record.
- Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
- Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
- Perform activities associated with daily living and other personal care services as needed.
- Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
- Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
- Monitor changes in patients’ conditions, including weight changes, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
- Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other designated individuals about patients’ health.
- Provide education and training to patients, their families, and/or Home Health Aides.
- Provide one-on-one care in patients’ homes to support a comfortable environment.
- Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Tools and opportunities to grow and advance careers.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
