Pediatriac Private Duty Nurse (RN/LPN)

First Day Homecare; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

First Day Homecare in Ohio seeks a Registered Nurse to provide home health nursing services under the state Nurse Practice Act and approved care plans. The RN will perform assessments, develop care plans, supervise HHAs when assigned, and coordinate with medical practitioners.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, hold an active RN license in Ohio, have CPR certification, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of operation (Ohio).
• Current CPR certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Driver's license and automobile insurance as required by state and agency.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and develop/modify care plans per approved plan.
• Coordinate with the clinical team and treating practitioners.
• Supervise/coordinate Home Health Aides and LPNs when assigned.
• Report changes in client condition promptly to the medical team.
• Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to agency policies and payor/accreditation requirements.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and safety/infection prevention.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

RN licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Provides services to clients in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, Agency

Job Description

Provides services to clients in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, Agency policy, and accepted professional standards of practice. The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing services utilizing a comprehensive base of nursing theory under the direction of a medically approved care plan. REPORTS TO: Clinical Supervisor. PROVIDES SUPERVISION TO: NA – No supervision responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. BSN preferred.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the state of operation.
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or
• Agency requirements.

Essential Functions/Areas Of Accountability

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the practice of professional nursing in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and standards for home health nursing.
• Performs physical assessments of clients. May complete comprehensive assessments for client admissions and reassessments at the discretion of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Supervises Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVNs) and/or Home Health Aides (HHAs) at the discretion of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Reports changes in client condition promptly to the medical practitioner overseeing care as well as to other members of the client’s care team.
• Participates in the development of the client care plan.
• Consistently demonstrates competency with technical nursing skills according to personal and legal scope of practice.
• Practices nursing with respect for individual, cultural, and spiritual differences.
• Follows Agency policies and procedures as well as payor and accreditation requirements.
• Initiates actions to improve the quality of client care and to prevent negative client outcomes. Continually promotes safety and infection prevention and control practices.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Participates in ongoing, professional self-development.
• Delegates tasks to Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVNs) and/or Home Health Aides (HHAs) based on their legal scope of practice and where circumstances require.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary.