Baylor Registered RN Home Health

PruittHealth•Valdosta, GA

22h

About The Position

PruittHealth @ Home is hiring a Baylor Registered Nurse to provide and coordinate skilled nursing care to home health patients under physician supervision. The nurse applies the nursing process, conducts field visits to evaluate and initiate care, monitors clinical outcomes, and supports improvements in care performance. The role includes collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop and manage patient care plans, and supervising Home Health Aides and assigned Licensed Practical Nurses. The nurse assesses, monitors, documents, and reports patient progress using required documentation and technology, completing records accurately and on time at the point of care. Responsibilities also include patient and family education, care coordination and referrals, protecting patient rights, complying with agency and regulatory requirements, and meeting productivity and outcome goals. The position includes a pay-per-point compensation model, mileage reimbursement, additional pay incentives, career-growth opportunities, and flexible schedules.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an accredited or approved RN program.
At least one year of RN experience.
Valid driver's license.
Reliable transportation.
Liability insurance to complete home visits.
Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Acute care experience with adult or aging populations.
Home health and/or skilled nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Provide competent nursing care and interventions to home health patients in accordance with applicable state, industry, and professional standards.
Supervise care provided by Home Health Aides and assigned Licensed Practical Nurses, including required supervisory visits of Home Health Aides.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage patient care plans, making referrals to other disciplines as needed.
Conduct field visits to evaluate and initiate start of care, monitor clinical outcomes, follow up, and participate in care performance improvement initiatives.
Use accepted company teaching materials to educate patients and families.
Assess, monitor, document, and report patients' health and condition using required documents and clinician-preferred technology within established timelines.
Complete documentation timely, accurately, and at the point of care, including OASIS assessments, admissions, recertifications, ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, and care coordination.
Honor patients' and residents' rights and work with the patient team to follow the physician-approved care plan.
Comply with the corporate compliance program and applicable safety regulations and procedures; report job-related occupational hazards as necessary.
Meet agency productivity standards and use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Participate in agency surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and programs such as the Performance Improvement Program, as required.
Maintain current licensure, certification, and clinical records to meet federal, state, and agency requirements.
Work independently, prioritize, manage time appropriately, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.