Registered Nurse

Deercreekseniorliving; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability

Pre-Tax Savings Accounts

401K with Employer Match

Paid Time Off & 6 holidays

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

The University of Tennessee is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Home Health team in Maryville, TN. The RN will provide and direct nursing care to patients in their homes, coordinating with physicians and families to optimize wellness and reduce rehospitalization.

Responsibilities include initial assessments, plan of care development, accurate documentation, and delivering high-quality care across the patient journey from admit to discharge.

Qualifications

• RN license active in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver's license.
• Access to reliable transportation for daily patient visits.
• Proven experience in home health or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and coordinate the plan of care to promote wellness and prevent rehospitalization.
• Conduct initial/comprehensive nursing evaluation and determine focus of care within guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation and clinical notes on patient status and outcomes.
• Establish an efficient visit route and deliver care from admission to discharge.
• Provide high-quality nursing care within state scope and agency policy.

Skills

RN experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Home health experience

Education

RN License

Job description

Job Title: Registered NurseJob Location: Maryville, TNJob Shift: Full TimeWe are looking for an RN to join our Home Health team. Come make a difference in the Maryville, TN area and surrounding communities! At The University of Tennessee, our employees enjoy:Opportunities to build trusted relationships and connections while providing care to patients.To be valued and respected by patients and their families.A sense of security, incredible team support, and flexibility for work-life balance.Leadership development opportunities – we value internal advancement in areas of interest to our employees.At The University of Tennessee, our CAPLICO values guide everything we do:C – Customer SecondWe believe that when we take care of our employees, they can provide excellent care to our patients.A – AccountabilityWe hold ourselves to the highest standards and take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.P – Passion for LearningWe are committed to continuous growth, professional development, and lifelong learning.L – Love One AnotherWe treat one another with kindness, respect, compassion, and empathy every day.I – Intelligent Risk TakingWe encourage innovation, creativity, and finding better ways to serve our patients and communities.C – CelebrationWe recognize achievements, celebrate successes, and create a positive, rewarding workplace.O – OwnershipWe take initiative and act with integrity.These values are at the heart of our organization and are reflected in the care we provide to our patients and in the way we work together every day.POSITION OVERVIEW:The RN provides and directs provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. A few position highlights include:Create, implement, execute, and coordinate the overall plan of care to promote wellness and prevent re-hospitalization for patients in their homes. To maintain continuity of patient care, plan and exchange information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources.Make the initial and/or comprehensive nursing evaluation visit, determine primary focus of care, develop the plan of care within state specific guidelines, and ensure patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines as defined by the payer.Maintain and submit accurate documentation and clinical notes, including the patient’s condition, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient’s response to home health care.Establish and maintain an effective and efficient visit route.Provide high-quality clinical services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, from admit through discharge.THE MUST HAVES:One (1) year of clinical RN experience.Current RN license in the state where services are rendered.Current CPR certification, driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.Must be able to reliably commute to multiple patient residences daily within the geographic area assigned.Full-Time Benefits Include:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Pre-Tax Savings Accounts, and ancillary benefits100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance & Employee Assistance ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off plan and 6 paid holidays annuallyEmployee Referral Bonuses401K Retirement Plan & Employer MatchThe University of Tennessee is joining the Pennant family, bringing added resources and collaboration while maintaining our commitment to staff and patients. The Pennant Group, Inc. operates healthcare services through independent subsidiaries. Learn more at http://www.pennantgroup.com.The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.