Home Health RN - In-Home Patient Care & Care Coordination

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a full-time Home Health Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered nursing care in patients' homes. The RN visits several patients daily and collaborates with physicians, therapists, caregivers, and community resources to promote safe, effective care that meets agency, state, and federal standards.

The ideal candidate holds an Ohio RN license, a BSN is preferred or must be obtained within five years, and BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred or must be obtained within five years of hire.
• Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in the State of Ohio.
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Minimum one year of in-hospital or home care nursing experience; interdisciplinary collaboration preferred.
• No supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care meeting professional, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing reassessments.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapy services, and other providers.
• Utilize nursing process and clinical judgment for independent decisions.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and treatments.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate status changes.
• Participate in on-call rotation and mandatory training.

Skills

Microsoft Office

EMR experience

Critical thinking

Time management

Education

BSN preferred

RN license in Ohio

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a full-time Home Health Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered nursing care in patients' homes. The RN visits several patients daily and collaborates with physicians, therapists, caregivers, and community resources to promote safe, effective care that meets agency, state, and federal standards.

The ideal candidate holds an Ohio RN license, a BSN is preferred or must be obtained within five years, and BLS certification is required.