Weekend Behavioral Health Nurse

Innovive Health•Boston, MA

13d•$84,000

About The Position

Innovive Health is seeking experienced clinical professionals to provide home healthcare in a supportive, collaborative environment. The Weekend Registered Nurse partners with the Clinical Team to administer and coordinate skilled nursing care for patients receiving home care services. Care is provided according to physician orders, under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Director, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies. The Weekend Baylor RN works every Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., plus four hours on Mondays for provider follow-ups and/or documentation. The position is full-time and exempt (salary).

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
Current RN license through the State Board of Nursing.
Meet one of the following experience and education criteria: a bachelor’s degree in nursing and one year of related work experience, or a nursing diploma or associate’s degree and two years of related work experience.
Pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
Comply with accepted professional standards and principles.
Hold a valid driver’s license and have an insured, properly maintained automobile, or other reliable transportation.
Possess and maintain CPR certification.
Provide pre-employment physician’s health clearance, including a negative TB skin test and/or chest X-ray and any other tests required by organizational policy.
Provide satisfactory references from nursing school, previous or current employers, and/or professional peers.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience caring for mental health patients.
One to two years of experience in a home health environment.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and case management for assigned patients, including initial assessments, plans of care, and oversight and administration of prescribed medications and treatments.
Maintain and update schedules for all disciplines in the patient’s home.
Assess patient status and goals, revise plans of care as necessary, communicate adjustments to team members, and complete authorization modifications in a timely manner.
Initiate and apply appropriate preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative procedures; communicate about care with physicians, supervisory personnel, and other professionals involved in patient care.
Monitor and manage patient medications, maintain accurate medication profiles, coordinate prescription refills with physicians and pharmacies, and pick up refills as needed.
Teach patients and caregivers self-care techniques and provide physician-ordered medication, diet, and other instructions; use opportunities for health counseling.
Maintain a safe environment for patients and report unsafe conditions, complaints, and incidents as appropriate.
Observe and supervise Home Health Aides and LPNs to evaluate performance and quality of care.
Perform specialized procedures, such as IV therapy, when appropriately trained and qualified.
Use supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently, and maintain equipment according to agency policy.
Manage assigned patient caseloads, track patient status during transfers, follow up with other healthcare facilities, and resume care when appropriate.
Protect patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA laws.
Perform field supervision of care team members and other assigned duties as required by agency policies and management.
Complete and submit accurate, timely clinical notes, including OASIS documents, visit authorization requests, physician orders, and other clinical documentation.
Communicate consistently with physicians and other agencies to support continuity of care and implementation of comprehensive care plans; participate as part of the interdisciplinary care team.
Attend scheduled clinical and internal or external case-management meetings, and vendor or referral meetings as needed or assigned; document meetings and outcomes in the patient medical record.
Coordinate with pharmacies, insurance companies, and other service providers to facilitate timely and appropriate patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.