Skilled Nursing RN - Full-time

Lorian Health•Las Vegas, NV

9d•$100 - $150

About The Position

Lorian Health is hiring a full-time Skilled Nursing RN for the Las Vegas Northeast and Southeast territory. The RN provides professional nursing care using the nursing process, assesses and evaluates patient status, implements and revises plans of care, administers prescribed medications and treatments, and performs appropriate preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative nursing procedures. The RN observes and reports changes in patient condition, supports activities of daily living and independence, teaches patients and caregivers self-care techniques, provides ordered health instructions and counseling, and maintains a safe patient environment. The position uses a pay-per-visit compensation model, with visit rates of $100–$150 depending on experience and visit type.

Requirements

Currently licensed to practice as an RN in the state of practice.
If IV- or ET-certified, hold current certification recognized by the state where practicing as an RN.
Excellent observation skills, good nursing judgment, and good oral and written communication skills.
Maintain good physical stamina and mental health.
Provide pre-employment physician health clearance, including negative TB skin tests and/or chest X-rays and other tests required by state statutes.
Maintain current CPR certification.
Hold a valid driver’s license and have an automobile insured according to Lorian Health requirements.
At least one year of recent experience in a Home Health or Hospice setting, earned within the last three years.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care using all elements of the nursing process.
Review and implement the Plan of Care, regularly reevaluate patient needs, and revise the plan as necessary.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
Initiate and apply appropriate preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative nursing procedures and techniques.
Communicate about patient care with physicians and supervisory personnel.
Observe patients for changes in condition, discuss changes with patients or caregivers, and report changes to the attending physician as necessary.
Assist patients with activities of daily living and support their self-sufficiency and independence.
Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques, provide physician-ordered medication and diet instructions, and use opportunities for health counseling.
Provide and maintain a safe environment for patients.