Private Duty Nurse RN School OR Home Care

Aveanna Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible scheduling

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Weekly and/or daily pay

Job summary

A national home healthcare provider is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver quality patient care in Philadelphia. This role requires compliance with care plans and thorough documentation of nursing actions and assessments. Ideal candidates will possess a valid RN license, current CPR certification, and ideally six months of nursing experience. Join a supportive team that prioritizes compassionate care and offers flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Preferred six months prior hands-on nursing experience.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care according to care plans.
• Document all activities and assessments in a timely manner.
• Observe and report changes in patient conditions.
• Educate patients and families on self-care techniques.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective problem-solving

Good organization

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program

Job description

Registered Nurse – RN

We are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing. At Aveanna we foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection and supports our team members every step of the way. Here’s what sets us apart:

Award‑Winning Culture

• Indeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024
• Best Company for Work‑Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by Comparably

Why Join Us?

• Health, Dental, Vision and Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off available
• Flexible scheduling – full‑time, part‑time, or PRN. Days, nights and weekend shifts – we will work with your availability
• 24/7 local support from operators and clinicians
• Aveanna tablet in each patient’s home allowing electronic documentation
• Career pathing with opportunities for skill advancement
• Weekly and/or daily pay
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount
• Employee Relief Fund
• Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and location

We consider it a privilege and honor when we welcome a new patient into our Aveanna family. Our homecare is delivered from a place of heartfelt compassion and empathy, and every one of our registered nurses works together to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna isn’t just a provider of compassionate homecare to children and adults – we are a national leader.

Qualifications

• Active, unencumbered license (RN) in the state of practice. Compact licenses must be transferred to state of residence within 90 days.
• Current CPR certification with hands‑on component. Aveanna can assist in obtaining after hire if necessary.
• TB skin test current within last 12 months.
• Six months prior hands‑on nursing experience preferred but not required.
• Reliable transportation.

Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Position Overview

Registered nurse is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the developed care plan and physicians’ orders for each patient while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver and coordinate quality patient care in compliance with physician orders.
• Observe and assess patient condition continuously and report changes to supervisor or physician as appropriate.
• Document all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner whenever care is delivered.
• Develop, implement and update nursing care plan.
• Take appropriate nursing action based on assessment to achieve expected outcomes.
• Recognize changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention and implement care to prevent or reduce risk.
• Accept responsibility for personal and professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provide care utilizing infection control measures protecting staff and patient per OSHA standards.
• Educate patient and family regarding disease process, self‑care techniques and prevention strategies to meet patient’s nursing needs.
• Maintain knowledge of nursing competencies by participating in educational programs, CEUs and skill evaluations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessment, documentation and compliance with nursing care policies and procedures.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• South Carolina – One year of pediatrics experience.
• California – One year of experience required under current nursing license.
• Louisiana – One year of experience required as a licensed nurse.
• Continuing education as required by state.

Additional Discipline Specific Requirements

• Medical Oncology RN – two years Registered Nurse experience with cardiac monitoring and oncology experience.
• Ambulatory RN – two years experience with vital assessment, plan of care development, and telephone triage.
• Medical Surgical RN – two years Registered Nurse experience.
• Peri‑Operative Care RN – two years Registered Nurse experience, preferably with oncology experience.

Preferences

• Six months of recent experience as a licensed nurse in a clinical care setting.
• Home health experience.

Other Skills / Abilities

• Attention to detail.
• Time management.
• Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution.
• Good organization and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting.
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs.
• Must have visual and hearing acuity.
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch.
• Must be able to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance.
• Must be able to respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport.

Environment

• Must be able to function in varied environments that may involve exposure to allergens and other conditions.
• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.

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