Field Nurse RN/LPN

addus; Libby (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Addus in Libby, Montana, is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver professional nursing care according to established plans and company policies. This role will involve assessing patient needs, performing nursing procedures, and teaching self-care techniques to patients and caregivers.

The ideal candidate should be a graduate of an accredited registered nursing program with at least one year of clinical experience. The position may require home visits, ensuring adherence to all healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• At least one year of clinical practical nursing experience, preferably in intensive care, rehabilitation, or medical surgical nursing.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Ability to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly, and timely.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and intervene using the nursing process for patient needs.
• Perform assigned nursing procedures in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Teach patients and caregivers appropriate self-care techniques.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Ability to make home visits

Education

Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program

Licensed as an RN in the state of practice

Tools

Health care equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: This position delivers professional nursing care to patients in accordance with the established plan of care and Company policies and procedures. Provides care consistent with all relevant professional standards and state and federal requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assess, plan and intervene using the nursing process to meet the patient's health care needs.
• Observe and report any signs or symptoms indicative of changes in condition of the patient and family situation. Document such reports and observations in the clinical record and notify supervisor.
• Perform assigned nursing procedures, including the administration of treatments and medications in the care of the patient, in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and the plan of care.
• Teach the patients/caregivers appropriate self-care techniques.
• Notify the Case Manager, physicians, and families of changes in the patient's condition.
• Perform LPN and Home Health Aide supervisory visits, in accordance with state regulations, to evaluate competency and provide appropriate instructions.
• Maintain data collection, recording, and reporting systems to ensure proper service, uniform accounting, data collection, and measurement of outcomes.
• Communicate potential risk management issues and report abuse or unsafe/illegal practice as required by law.
• Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary patient case conferences, staff meetings and in-service education programs as assigned.
• Work with patient, family and health care team members effectively to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in the on‑call schedule and weekends/after‑hour visits, as necessary.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times due to access to sensitive information.
• Maintain regular, predictable, consistent attendance and be flexible to meet the needs of the agency.
• Follow all Medicare, Medicaid, and HIPAA regulations and requirements.
• Abide by all regulations, policies, procedures and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program.
• Licensed as an RN in the state of practice.
• At least one (1) year clinical practical nursing experience preferably in intensive care, rehabilitation or medical surgical nursing.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment.
• Ability to complete necessary documentation appropriately, legibly and timely.
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver’s license and appropriate automobile insurance; or ability to take public transportation.

Addus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.