Behavioral Health Per Diem RN; Registered Nurse

Yale New Haven Health; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse for home care services in Connecticut.

The role involves admission of patients for home care, developing and implementing patient care plans, coordinating with providers and other disciplines, and ensuring safe, effective delivery of care.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or ADN; BSN preferred.
• Minimum two years of nursing experience in an acute care setting; home care experience desirable but not required.
• Registered Nurse license with CT eligibility/registration; valid driver's license and car insurance if using a personal vehicle; CPR certification required or to be obtained within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess/reassess patients and establish patient-specific plans of care.
• Coordinate with providers and other disciplines and communicate changes promptly.
• Ensure ongoing authorizations and verify payment sources as needed.
• Educate patients/caregivers on ongoing medical maintenance; begin discharge planning on admission.
• Complete all documentation within 24 hours with accurate changes and follow-up.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Verbal/written communication

Independence

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Driving/field travel

Organizational skills

Assessment skills

Education

Nursing Diploma or ADN; BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Registered Nurse (per diem) is responsible for admission of patients for home care services, development of the patient plan of care, coordination with patient's provider and other disciplines for the provision of services, and safe delivery of patient care.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Assesses/reassesses patients and establishes plans of care that are patient specific.
• 2. Collaborates with providers, other disciplines, and communicates all changes promptly.
• 3. Assesses payment sources and is responsible for ensuring ongoing authorizations as necessary.
• 4. Educates and instructs patients/caregivers in their ongoing medical maintenance. Begins discharge planning on admission.
• 5. Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow-up with provider or other disciplines with supporting documentation.
• 6. Evaluation of patient progress and prompt action.
• 7. Oversight of LPNs and Home Health Aides.
• 8. Participates in case management conferences and documents per guidelines.
• 9. Schedules patients independently according to the individual plan of care.
• 10. Attends all staff meetings, in-services, and other required meetings. Compliance with all mandatory requirements.
• 11. Follows policies and procedures.
• 12. Thorough and accurate OASIS documentation.
• 13. Case management of a modified caseload as needed, per managers discretion.
• 14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Nursing Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing. Bachelors in Nursing preferred.

Experience

Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting. Previous home care experience is desirable but not required.

LICENSURE

Registered Nurse with a valid (or eligible) Connecticut license required. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.

Special Skills

Excellent clinical knowledge, verbal/written skills, and organizational skills. Must be able to work independently. Able to competently assess patients' needs and follow through accordingly. Strong ability to work with providers and members of the multidisciplinary team.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which includes heavy lifting, extensive bending, administering CPR, patient bracing, standing, and stairs. Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials and communicable diseases.

YNHHS Requisition ID

191832