Private Duty Nurse (RN)

Rival; Afton (TN); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

Rival is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for in-home patient care in the Afton, TN area. This 1099 contract role involves providing care according to a physician plan with 8 hours weekly, weekends, and flexible scheduling coordinated directly with the patient.

The RN will collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and physicians, performing duties in the patient’s home and ensuring quality, person-centered care. Background check is required.

Qualifications

• RN/LPN must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
• Complete compliant documentation in the system of record.
• Manage and administer prescribed medication and therapies.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
• Perform activities of daily living with patients.
• Monitor vitals and intake/output.
• Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
• Monitor for changes in patient condition and disease progression.
• Communicate with family, physicians, and case managers.
• Provide education and training to patient and family.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Medication administration

Communication

Assessment

Education

Nursing degree (RN or LPN)

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) in the Afton, TN area to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan.

This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. Patient needs are 8 hours weekly. This allows for flexible schedule to coordinated directly between the RN and the patient.

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

You’ll get to advocate for the patients and work one-on-one to provide them with the care that they need.

This role will collaborate with CNA’s, HHA’s, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians.

Shifts: 8 hour weekend Flexible schedule to be coordinated directly between RN and patient.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• minimum of 1 year experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting.
• Ability to assist with two person assist

Pay

• $50 - $55 an hour
• $55/hour, based on years of experience.