Home Health Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Required: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• Required: Driver’s license.
• Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• Must be self-directed and able to work independently with little supervision while meeting performance metrics.
• Physical and mental strength, flexible work hours, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and web-based applications.
• Home health experience required.
• Availability to see patients at least two days each week, including weekend days if applicable; availability for one weekend per month and two holidays per year is requested.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to clients as directed by the registered nurse and physician’s plan of care, in accordance with agency policies.
• Promote and maintain client health through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures under the guidance of the assigned registered nurse.
• Use agency educational materials as appropriate and assist clients in learning self-care techniques.
• Support continuity of client care by assisting with planning and exchanging information with other health professionals.
• Prepare clinical progress notes and follow client care plans developed by the registered nurse and agency policy.
• Assist the physician and registered nurse with specialized procedures for which competency has been established.
• Prepare equipment and materials for treatments, observing aseptic technique as required.
• Keep abreast of changes and trends affecting nursing care and licensed nurse functions.
• Attend client care conferences and communicate regularly with the registered nurse.
• Communicate clients’ current health status and needs to appropriate health professionals.