Home Health Registered Nurse - Patient-Centered Care

Alliance for Care at Home; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network seeks a home health nurse to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop and adjust care plans, and coordinate with physicians and caregivers in home settings.

The role requires an RN licensed in PA, with CPR certification and a minimum of two years of professional nursing experience. Travel to patient homes is expected, and a valid driver's license with auto insurance is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing and licensed as an RN in the practicing state.
• Two years as a professional nurse in nursing practice or community health experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
• Part-time and per diem staff must have a cell phone with text messaging.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and performs initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments on patients referred for home health nursing services.
• Coordinates care with physicians, referral sources and multidisciplinary team members.
• Maintains patient records and documentation per agency policy.
• Determines service frequency and updates the Plan of Care accordingly.

Skills

Nursing care

CPR certification

Team collaboration

Education

PA RN license

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

None

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network seeks a home health nurse to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop and adjust care plans, and coordinate with physicians and caregivers in home settings.

The role requires an RN licensed in PA, with CPR certification and a minimum of two years of professional nursing experience. Travel to patient homes is expected, and a valid driver's license with auto insurance is required.