Low Acuity Home Health Nurse

Giving Home Health Care, LLC; Ojo Caliente (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Giving Home Health Care, LLC seeks compassionate RN or LPN for a 1099 contract role in Ojo Caliente, NM. The caregiver will provide in-home nursing care 4 hours weekly, on Thursdays, with care at patients’ residences and collaboration with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, and physicians.

Responsibilities include executing physician plans, patient assessments, wound care, medication administration, and thorough documentation. Must pass background checks and meet licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (RN or LPN).
• Current state license or compact license as RN or LPN.
• Current CPR certification.
• TB test and physical examination.
• Maintain required insurance.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work under stress and make quick decisions.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to commute to patient homes.
• Ability to provide basic medical management up to end-of-life care.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
• Complete compliant documentation in the system of record.
• Manage and administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Monitor vitals and GI intake/output.
• Assess skin integrity and provide wound care.
• Monitor for changes in patient condition and disease progression.
• Communicate with family, physicians, case managers, and others involved.
• Provide education and training to patient, family, or home health aide.
• Work one-on-one in patient homes to ensure comfort.
• Collaborate with and supervise CNAs and Personal Care Attendants.
• Perform other personal care services as needed.

Skills

RN/LPN license

CPR certification

Patient care

Documentation

Mobility & lifting

Communication

Education

Nursing degree (RN or LPN)

Tools

Documentation system

Job description

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

If you’re a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team!

We are seeking a compassionate skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Ojo Caliente, NM to provide patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan.

This is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care provided at the patient’s residence.

This patient needs 4 hours of care a week on Thursdays starting any time early to mid morning.

Once patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, allowing our caregivers to build lasting relationships with their patients for years to come.

In this role, you will advocate for the patients and work one-on-one to deliver the care they need. You will collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians.

Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician prescribed plans of care
• Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record
• Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies
• Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
• Perform various activities associated with daily living
• Monitor vitals and GI intake and output
• Assess skin integrity and administer wound care
• Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression
• Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients
• Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide
• Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment
• Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants
• Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
• Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Current CPR certification
• TB test and physical examination
• Maintain required insurance
• Good interpersonal skills
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients
• Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions
• Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home
• Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care

To provide the exceptional care our patients deserve, we rely on a team of passionate, dedicated professionals. We’re committed to creating a supportive, collaborative culture, offering competitive benefits and compensation, and giving our team members the tools and opportunities to grow and advance their careers.

Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws to ensure fair compensation practices.

Giving Home is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Our employment practices are designed to provide equal opportunity at all stages of employment, including hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and termination.

Giving Home is committed to maintaining transparent compensation practices and regularly reviews our policies to ensure compliance with evolving laws and best practices. We value the contributions of our employees and strive to provide a work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and fairly compensated.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.