Private Duty Nurse RN

First Day Homecare - Oakland, CA; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Medical, Dental, + Vision Insurance

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

Job summary

First Day Homecare in Castro Valley, CA is hiring a skilled nursing professional to perform nursing functions under medical guidance. The role requires providing care in accordance with medical orders, documenting findings, and collaborating with other care team members to ensure safe and effective client care.

Applicants must be graduates of an accredited nursing school, possess California RN or LVN licensure, and have at least one year of nursing experience. This position offers flexible scheduling and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as an RN or LVN in California with at least one year experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with an insured automobile.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care as per the state's Nurse Practice Act.
• Care in accordance with medical practitioner orders and client care plans.
• Document all changes in medical records following Agency procedures.
• Collaborate with other care team members.

Skills

Professional nursing care

Communication skills

Emergency intervention

Medication administration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Medical, Dental, + Vision Insurance
• Weekly Pay
• 1:1 Care
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Bonus Potential
• 401(k)

Schedule / Expected Work Hours

• Will vary based on client assignment.

Job Summary

Performs skilled nursing functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of professional standards and the Nurse Practice Act. All nursing services provided will be under the direction of medical practitioner (MD, DO, NP, PA, etc.) orders.

Reports To

Clinical Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act.
• Provides care in accordance with medical practitioner orders and the client’s care plan.
• Maintains orders for clients and documents all changes in orders in the medical record following Agency procedures.
• The scope of clinical practice includes personal care services, monitoring and reporting findings, medication administration, client teaching, emergency intervention, and specialized pediatric services such as tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and tube feedings.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the client’s care team.
• Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers.
• Performs job in compliance with Agency policies, procedures, and applicable payor and accreditation standards.
• Participates in the coordination of care and attends Agency meetings as requested.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Current license to practice as an RN or LVN in the state of operation with at least one (1) year experience as a professional nurse.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.