Home Health RN: Caring, Hands-On Patient Care

Aurora Health Care; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive patient visits, assess health status, and update care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to policies, and age-appropriate patient care across care settings.

The position requires an active RN license, BLS certification within 6 months, and a valid driver's license for mobility between sites.

Qualifications

• RN license issued by the state where practicing
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (AHA) within 6 months unless exempt
• Valid driver’s license or Illinois driver license

Responsibilities

• Perform all scheduled visits and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Assess patients and update care plans based on findings.
• Communicate with physicians to update treatment plans and relay changes to the nurse.
• Provide ongoing assessment of patient response and revise care plans as needed.
• Schedule patients and case conferences with the nurse.
• Assist with discharge planning and coordinate community resources.
• Document patient records per guidelines and ensure accuracy.
• Follow policies and monitor changes.
• Assist with patient positioning and lifting using proper technique.
• Provide age-appropriate care and address age-specific needs as described in policies.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Decision making

Organization

Multi-tasking

Driving

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Aurora Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive patient visits, assess health status, and update care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to policies, and age-appropriate patient care across care settings.

The position requires an active RN license, BLS certification within 6 months, and a valid driver's license for mobility between sites.