HH Registered Nurse- Pahrump

Infinity Hospice Care LLC; Pahrump (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A home health care provider in Pahrump seeks a skilled Registered Nurse to conduct assessments, manage care plans, and supervise nursing personnel. The role requires a valid RN license, strong nursing and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in English. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of RN experience, preferably in home health, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing education and competency. The position involves traveling locally and requires flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications

• One year experience as an RN in a clinical care setting.
• Preferred home health experience.
• Current State professional license as an RN.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial and ongoing assessments for home health clients.
• Develop and revise the Plan of Care as necessary.
• Provide effective communication to clients and their families.
• Monitor assigned cases for compliance with third-party payer requirements.
• Supervise and provide clinical direction to nursing personnel.

Skills

Nursing skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making skills

English proficiency

Education

Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing Program

BSN

Job description

General Summary

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Patient Population

Has contact with patients of all ages in a clinical setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations.

Essential Functions

• Promote /exemplify the Company's mission, vision, and values.
• Complete initial and ongoing assessments to identify the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of home health clients. Completes assessments at appropriate time points, including OASIS.
• Regularly reevaluate the client’s nursing needs and evaluate the outcomes of care. Assist clients in the recovery or maintenance of life functions; prevent illness and relapse.
• Develop, initiate, and revise the Plan of Care (POC) as necessary to ensure quality and continuity of care. Initiates appropriate preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Plans for discharge of the client from services.
• Provide effective communication to clients, their families, team members, and other health care professionals. Regular participation in Case Conferences.
• Apply the concepts of infection control and universal precaution in coordinating and performing client care activities to protect both clients and staff (OSHA).
• Coordinate services and inform the physician and other personnel of changes in the client’s condition and needs.
• Monitor assigned cases to ensure compliance with the requirements of third‑party payers.
• Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner to assure compliance with company policy.
• Supervise, teach, and provide clinical direction to other nursing personnel (ex. LVN/LPN, HHA, CNA, etc).
• Perform on‑call responsibilities and provide on‑call services to clients and their families as assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in‑service programs and maintaining/improving competency.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.

Supervision

• LVN/LPNs
• CNAs

Requirements

Experience

• One (1) year experience as an RN in a clinical care setting.
• Preferred, Home health experience.

Skills

• Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates proven decision making skills.
• If required to make visits, Hepatitis profile.
• Must read, write and comprehend English.

Education

• Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing Program.
• Preferred, BSN.

Licensure/Certification

• Current driver’s license in good standing. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew their driver’s license before it expires in order to continue employment.
• Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.
• Current State professional license as an RN in any/all applicable states.
• Current CPR.
• On‑going employment as an RN requires maintenance of a valid RN license in the state which the nurse practices in and a valid CPR certificate at all times. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these both before they expire in order to continue employment.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing/walking required.
• The ability to lift/transfer up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions and allocate resources under stressful conditions.
• Meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs.
• Requires hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Environmental/Working Conditions

• Works in patient’s home in various conditions.
• Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids and infectious diseases.
• Some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.
• Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.