In-Home Care RN: Hands-on Nursing & Care Coordination

Sarah Bush Lincoln; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Bush Lincoln is seeking a Registered Nurse (Home Care) to provide nursing care in compliance with state regulations and agency policies. The RN will assess patients, coordinate and implement care plans, perform clinical procedures, and educate patients and families in a home care setting.

Responsibilities include data collection, care coordination, planning, documentation, supervision of staff, and collaboration with health care teams to achieve optimal outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

• RN license requirement for Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Assessment- Collects pertinent data and information relative to the patient’s health or the situation.
• Coordination of Care- Plans and evaluates care in collaboration with appropriate disciplines for assigned patients.
• Diagnosis- Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnosis, problems, and issues.
• Evaluation- Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes.
• Implementation- Implements care and supervises care delivered by other team members in alignment with the plan of care and safety standards.
• Knowledge- Pursues required knowledge and skills through orientation and ongoing learning.
• Other duties as assigned to assist with overall operations of the agency.
• Outcomes Identification- Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient.
• Participates in committee and professional associations as requested.
• Performs therapeutic procedures and treatments as ordered by the physician.
• Planning- Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected outcomes.
• Prepares and submits documentation of client assessments and progress notes.
• Provides supervision for LPN, Aide staff as required by job duties.
• Relationships- Establishes effective working relationships with peers and physicians.
• Teaching- Employs teaching strategies to promote health and a safe environment.

Education

RN License (Illinois)

BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

Sarah Bush Lincoln is seeking a Registered Nurse (Home Care) to provide nursing care in compliance with state regulations and agency policies. The RN will assess patients, coordinate and implement care plans, perform clinical procedures, and educate patients and families in a home care setting.

Responsibilities include data collection, care coordination, planning, documentation, supervision of staff, and collaboration with health care teams to achieve optimal outcomes for patients.