Home Health Nurse, RN

3HC Home Health & Hospice Care Inc.; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

3HC Home Health and Hospice in North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse, RN, to provide skilled nursing care to patients requiring intermittent professional services in the home setting.

The Home Health Nurse will assess patient needs, document care electronically, and collaborate with the care team to achieve positive patient outcomes while adhering to CMS guidelines. Valid NC RN license and a driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in North Carolina.
• Minimum of one year nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Home Health experience preferred.
• Valid NC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Administer skilled nursing care to patients receiving intermittent professional services.
• Assess patient needs and document in medical record.
• Supervise LPNs and paraprofessionals per guidelines.
• Maintain communication with supervisor and manage cases.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License in NC

Job description

3HC Home Health and Hospice - Home Health Nurse, RN

Compassionate Care is our Calling!

Why choose 3HC:

3HC has provided compassionate care to North Carolinians since 1981. We strive to ensure our patients enjoy life’s journey, recover quickly, and live comfortably. We believe in providing high-quality, cost-effective care that surpasses industry standards. If you want to make a difference, provide meaningful one-on-one care, and develop relationships with both your patients and team members, join Team 3HC! 3HC strives to provide a positive work culture that feels more like a family atmosphere where we support our team members so they can reach their personal & professional best.

Summary:

The Home Health Nurse, RN is responsible for administering skilled nursing care to patients requiring intermittent professional nursing service.

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abides by and supports 3HC's Compliance Program and Code of Ethics.
• Creates positive experiences for internal and external customers that will meet their expectations. Displays a high degree of courtesy, tact, and knowledge of services provided by the agency in all contact with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Manages assigned cases and assists office with achieving positive patient outcomes, strategic plan and budget.
• Conducts a complete assessment of the patient to identify appropriate care needs.
• Documents in the medical record electronically and downloads daily.
• Completes OASIS at specific point in time, such as admission, resumption of care, recertification, etc. Provides regular supervision to the Licensed Practical Nurses and paraprofessionals who are providing services to the patient according to regulatory guidelines, CMS/Hospice guidelines.
• Maintains regular communication with supervisor. Communicates problems of the patient(s) on a timely basis following chain of command.
• Ensures that 3HC can bill for services appropriately.
• Demonstrates a willingness to be cost effective in the use of agency resources, the monitoring of waste, and the proper and safe use of supplies and equipment.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse currently licensed to practice nursing in the state of North Carolina.
• Minimum of one-year experience as a professional nurse in an acute care setting preferred.
• Prefer a minimum of one-year Home Health experience.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

3HC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national veteran or disability status.