Registered Nurse

Personal Touch Home Care; Crittenden (KY); On-site; < USD 1,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Recognition Programs

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Generous PTO

401k retirement plan

Life Insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Professional growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Perks Program

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Care in Kentucky is seeking a Registered Nurse for Home Health to assess patients, plan and implement care, and coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team in the patients' homes. The role emphasizes safe medication administration, wound care, and patient education.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, and at least 1 year of community health nursing experience.

Qualifications

• RN license and active practice
• Knowledge of home health nursing procedures
• Familiarity with patient education and documentation requirements

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop care plans based on evaluations.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Provide wound care and infection control.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and self-care at home.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and aides for integrated care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Advocate for patient rights and preferences throughout care.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient education

Wound care

Documentation

Collaboration

Advocacy

OASIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurses- Home Care (Certified Home Health Agency)

Crittenden, KY

This position is paid PER VISIT.

Pay: Start of Care $100 per visit; Resumption $67.50 per visit; Recert is $67.50 per visit; Routine visit is $45 per visit

About Us: With over 50 years of dedicated service to our communities, Personal Touch has been a trusted provider of home care and is a leading national home care agency. Our priority lies in ensuring exemplary patient care while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture for all team members. We are currently seeking compassionate and skilled professionals to join our team and continue our legacy of providing personalized and attentive care to patients in the comfort of their own home.

Why Choose Us

At Personal-Touch Home Care, we are committed to creating a rewarding and fulfilling experience for our team members. Our established history and reputation provide a stable and trusted foundation for your career. Join us in positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits that enhance your overall well-being and support your career growth. They include:

• Employee Recognition Programs: We acknowledge and celebrate your contributions.


• Comprehensive Health Benefits: We offer an inclusive package with Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Long-Term Disability Coverage to ensure access to quality medical care while promoting overall wellness.


• Generous Paid Time Off: We provide generous paid time off to ensure you can recharge and return to work refreshed, leading to greater productivity and job satisfaction. We support a healthy work-life balance.


• Retirement Benefits: We offer a 401k plan to secure your financial future and help you save for retirement.


• Life Insurance: We offer company paid life insurance providing peace of mind and financial protection for you and your loved ones.


• Mileage Reimbursement: We make sure you're compensated for your business travel.


• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development: Empowering you to thrive and grow.


• Employee Assistance Program: Supporting the well-being of you and your family.


• Perks Program: Exclusive deals and offers on products, services, and experiences you need and love

JOB SUMMARY

• Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patients' health status. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on these assessments to meet the patient's needs.


• Medication Administration: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. Monitor and assess the patient for any adverse reactions or side effects.


• Wound Care: Provide wound care management, including dressing changes, infection control, and monitoring healing progress.


• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, medications, and treatment plans. Teach them techniques for self-care and management of their health at home.


• Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor patients' progress and condition regularly. Evaluate the effectiveness of the care plan and make necessary adjustments based on patient outcomes.


• Collaboration: Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and home health aides, to ensure comprehensive and integrated care for the patient.


• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation of nursing assessments, interventions, and patient responses.


• Support and Advocacy: Provide emotional support and advocacy for patients and their families. Ensure patients' rights and preferences are respected throughout their care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing or Bachelor’s degree of Nursing from an accredited college/university


• Currently licensed, in good standing, to practice in New York as a Registered Nurse.


• Minimum 1 year community health nursing experience or equivalent professional experience.


• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, procedures, regulations and guidelines pertaining to home care, including OASIS.


• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time or Fee for Service

Pay: Start of Care $100 per visit; Resumption $67.50 per visit; Recert is $67.50 per visit; Routine visit is $45 per visit

We are excited to welcome passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team at Personal Touch Home Care. We’re more than just a company, we’re a close-knit family dedicated to supporting each other’s success and well-being.