We are looking for a Home Health Registered Nurse to care for our patients and facilitate their speedy recovery. You will be responsible for OASIS Starts of Care & Recertifications and additional visits for homebound patients. Also, in charge of educating them and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. The goal is to promote patient’s well-being by providing high quality nursing care.
Responsibilities
- Complete OASIS Starts of Care & Recertifications and additional visits for homebound patients
- Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
- Observe and interpret patient’s symptoms and communicate them to physicians
- Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
- Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
- Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
- Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.)
- Provide instant medical care in emergencies
- Perform Wound care treatments as ordered.
- Supervise and train LPNs and nursing assistants
- Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
- Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.
Skills
- Proven experience as a registered nurse
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Knowledge of wound care treatments and wound VAC
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Responsible and compassionate
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Patient with excellent problem-solving skills
- Valid nursing license
- Wound care/VAC experience will be a plus
Reimbursements for experienced RNs with experience; Gass reimbursement
OASIS SOC $100/ $ 120
Follow up visits $ 55 to $60/VAC
Other visits $75 to $90
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, PRN, Per diem
Pay: $50.00 - $110.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Referral program
Medical specialties:
Weekly schedule:
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Home Health experience do you have?
Education:
Experience:
- Home health: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Required)
Work Location: On the road