Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job DescriptionBenefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement The Registered Nurse reports to the Director of Nursing/Supervising Nurse and is responsible for
  providing home health clinical services. The registered nurse is responsible for quality; adequacy of
  services provided and may, where required, supervise staff. The registered nurse is responsible for
  ensuring that care is delivered appropriately and the standards of quality are adhered to.
  The registered nurse is responsible for working with other medical disciplines (i.e., PT, OT, ST) to ensure
  coordinated services and that all of the clients needs are identified through the assessment process and
  addressed through the implementation of the Plan of Care and re-evaluation and supervisory process.
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  ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Provides care and procedures as defined within the scope of nursing practice and State regulations.
  2. If directed by the Director of Nursing/Supervising Nurse, conducts the initial evaluation visit and
  regularly revaluates the clients nursing needs.
  3. Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions, keeping the Director of Nursing/Supervising
  Nurse updated on the revisions.
  4. Provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill.
  5. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
  6. Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.
  7. Informs the Director of Nursing/Supervising Nurse, physician and other personnel of changes in the
  clients condition and needs.
  8. Counsels the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
  9. Assists in the development of organization goals. Administers agency policies and procedures.
  10. Assists the Director of Nursing with assessing the competency of clinical staff to promote quality,
  continuity and safety of a clients care.
  11. Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel, as directed by the Director of
  Nursing/Supervising Nurse.
  12. Provides information to be used for statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and
  reporting of organization activities.
  13. Assures proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with provincial and federal laws.
  14. Assures compliance with all state and federal laws
  15. Identifies and participates in agency performance improvement activities.
  
  Registered Nurse Job Description US
  Reviewed: January 2021
  16. Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and home health care. Shares information with
  appropriate organization personnel.
  17. Promotes home health referrals in the health care community.
  Experience & Qualifications: Current license and in good standing with the State Board of Nursing in the State of . Minimum two-three years of clinical experience with at least half of that time working in home care
  or related health care organization. Wound care certification preferred
  IV certification preferred
  Ability to travel on a daily basis including weekends, nights and holidaysQualifications
• Currently licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in state of employment
• Previous experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and client care skills
• Valid drivers license
• First aid/CPR certification required