Home Health Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college or university Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Current state or compact license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current TB test and physical examination.
• Maintain required insurance.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
• Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to the patient’s home.
• Ability to provide basic medical management through medically fragile end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician-prescribed plans of care.
• Complete compliant documentation of care in the system of record.
• Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
• Perform activities associated with daily living and other personal care services as needed.
• Monitor vital signs and gastrointestinal intake and output.
• Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
• Monitor changes in the patient’s condition, including weight, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
• Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other designated individuals about the patient’s health.
• Provide education and training to the patient, family, and/or Home Health Aide.
• Provide one-on-one care in the patient’s home.
• Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.

Benefits

• The posting describes competitive benefits and compensation, but does not specify particular benefits.