Home Health RN (PRN): Impactful Patient Care

Pathwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathwell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for home health in Connecticut. The RN will assess patient health problems, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.

This role may involve case management and patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention. Responsibilities include performing skilled nursing treatments, evaluating vitals and medications, coordinating with the care team, and documenting all nursing activities.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• PRN role available.
• Current and valid Connecticut Registered Nurse License.
• CPR certification required.
• Driver’s License, Car Insurance, Car Registration.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Willing to cover Danbury, Sandy Hook, Southbury, Middlebury.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing treatments as ordered by the client’s doctor.
• Complete evaluation tasks including vital signs and medication reviews.
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists and other individuals in the client’s care plan.
• Assess and chart observations of the client’s condition at each visit.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of nursing care.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the health care team.
• Provide education to clients and families on home health care procedures and strategies.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Administer local, inhalation, intravenous, or other anesthetic.
• Prepare patients for and assist with examinations or treatments.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s condition.
• Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
• Engage in research activities and formal educational training related to nursing.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Home health care experience

Spanish language (preferred)

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Pathwell Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for home health in Connecticut. The RN will assess patient health problems, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.

This role may involve case management and patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention. Responsibilities include performing skilled nursing treatments, evaluating vitals and medications, coordinating with the care team, and documenting all nursing activities.