CWHH - RN Home Health (contract)

Humana; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Life Insurance

401(K)

Commuter Benefit

Job summary

Atrium is seeking a Registered Nurse to administer skilled nursing care for home health and hospice clients, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team and families. This temporary contractor role is centered around a CenterWell assignment with emphasis on quality care and proper documentation.

The ideal candidate has strong home health experience, OASIS familiarity, and a valid RN license with CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Assess home health and hospice patients and document findings.
• Develop and implement Plan of Care with the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure care plan compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assess home health and/or hospice patients in stable or emergent situations.
• Implement, develop, document and evaluate the Plan of Care (POC).
• Obtain data on patient factors and incorporate into the POC.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records with visits, problems and actions.
• Educate patients and families on care, safety and medications.
• Supervise and provide directions to HHA/STNA/LVN staff.
• Coordinate referrals to appropriate agencies when needed.
• Provide on‑call services as assigned.

Skills

RN license

Home health experience

OASIS experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Travel locally

Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

BSN - Preferred

Tools

Homecare Homebase Software

OASIS

Job description

This job posting is for a temporary contractor role as an employee of Atrium assigned to work at CenterWell. Primary functions of the Registered Nurse are to administer skilled nursing care for clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family and referring agency and assume the responsibility for coordination of care.

Essential Functions

• Assess home health and/or hospice patients in stable and emergent situations to identify the physical, psychosocial and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical record, case conference, team report and evaluations.
• Implement, develop, document and evaluate the Plan of Care (POC) to ensure quality and continuity of care.
• Obtain data on physical, psychological, social, spiritual and cultural factors that may influence patient/family health status and incorporate that data in to the Plan of Care (POC).
• Assure continuity of quality patient care delivered with appropriate documentation. Maintain up-to-date patient records so that all visits, contacts, problems, plans, actions and goals are accurately and clearly stated and changes are reflected as they occur.
• Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect both the staff and the Patient (OSHA).
• Educates patients and/or their families regarding care, diet, medications, home safety, etc. Uses teaching methods appropriate to the age, condition, culture and assessed learning-readiness of the patient and/or family members. Consistently teaches and promotes self‑care practices.
• Supervise and provide clinical directions to the HHA/STNA/LVN to ensure quality and continuity of service provided.
• Assess and reassess pain. Utilize appropriate pain management techniques. Educate the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Arranges referrals to appropriate agencies when need exists.
• Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payer.
• Performs on‑call responsibilities and provide on‑call services to patients/families as assigned.
• Provides effective communication and serves as a liaison to patients/family, team members, administration, physicians and other health care professionals.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings and other meetings when necessary and appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their family members and at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration.
• Must have knowledge of venipuncture and IV care
• Is competent in (1) stage (as appropriate), measure and treat surgical wounds and decubiti, (2) administer inhalation therapy, (3) perform phlebotomy for outpatient lab testing, and (4) develop and initiate bowel and/or bladder training programs for the home care and/or hospice patient, in addition to all routine medical/surgical nursing skills.
• Is competent in (1) care and maintenance of indwelling catheters and drains, (2) safe use of all durable medical equipment routinely used in home setting, and (3) safe use of restraints in the home, under the orders of a physician
• Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to work independent and cooperatively as an effective team member.

Skills

• Homecare Homebase Software Experience - Required.
• OASIS Experience - Required.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse - Required.
• CHPN certification - Preferred.
• Proof of current CPR certification - Required.
• Current driver's license - Required.
• Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required.
• 1-2 years experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting - Required.
• 2+ years Home health experience - Required.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program - Required.
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Preferred

Pay Rate Range

55 - 60 USD hourly

Additional Notes

The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job‑related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.

CenterWell and its subsidiaries comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. CenterWell and its subsidiaries do not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sex, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.

Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(K)
• Commuter Benefit Program