RN Homecare Admission Nurse

Masonicare Corp•Wethersfield, CT

About The Position

The RN Homecare Admission Nurse ensures quality and safe delivery of nursing and home health services in accordance with agency philosophy and standards. The primary function is to admit patients to service, including medication reconciliation and completion of the OASIS data set. The nurse typically completes 2–3 admissions per day and may also conduct revisits as needed to meet agency productivity. The nurse carries out the client’s plan of care, supports coordination and continuity of care with other health professionals, supervises Licensed Practical Nurses and home health aides, and educates clients and families about nursing procedures and care needs. The role also includes accurate and timely documentation, participation in continuous quality improvement, and professional communication with clients and colleagues.

Requirements

Current RN licensure.
Prior homecare experience.
Clean driver’s license.
Reliable transportation.
Competent nursing skills and competency in skills required for best clinical practice.
Ability to use assessment data to address patients’ physical and psychosocial needs.
Understanding of the nursing process, interpersonal relationships, and dynamics.
Positive professional demeanor.
Organizational, written, and verbal skills.
Basic PC skills.

Nice To Haves

Recent OASIS certification.

Responsibilities

Carry out the client’s plan of care as developed by the nurse case manager, address problems in the plan, identify interdisciplinary care needs, and recommend additional home health services.
Assist the nurse case manager with care coordination, maintain continuity with other professionals assigned to the case, communicate changes in client status, and participate in client care conferences.
Supervise patient care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses.
Supervise and educate home health aides and conduct supervisory visits.
Educate, supervise, and counsel clients and families regarding home nursing procedures and other care needs; use agency educational materials as appropriate.
Admit patients to service, including medication reconciliation and completion of the OASIS data set.
Enter patient and job information accurately and promptly to support OASIS development, service orders, timesheets, and required patient/employment documents and reports.
Participate in the agency’s continuous quality improvement program.
Communicate effectively and tactfully with clients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities, and physical condition.
Report to work on time, use time off appropriately, and complete annual education and medical requirements.
Perform other duties as required.