Registered Nurse - Preadmit Screening

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services; Converse (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services in Texas seeks a skilled RN to provide independent patient care in home health settings, manage long-term goals, and coordinate care with the team. The role covers assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation per ANA standards, with emphasis on education for patients and families and accurate documentation.

Current RN license (TX or compact), BLS certification, and 1+ year in a related nursing specialty are preferred; BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a related nursing specialty is preferred
• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care aligned with ANA standards, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation
• Address patients' psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs, adapting care to their level of practice
• Administer medications and treatments following protocols, monitoring for side-effects and effectiveness
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication, and care provided accurately
• Evaluate learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers, identifying issues and available resources

Skills

BSN preferred

1 year nursing experience

BLS certification

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview: A skilled Nurse practicing independently in a clinical setting, providing both routine and complex patient care while managing long-term goals and contingencies. Responsible for making appropriate assignments and delegations to care team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care aligned with ANA standards, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Address patients' psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs, adapting care to their level of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments following protocols, monitoring for side-effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication, and care provided accurately.
• Evaluate learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers, identifying issues and available resources.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a related nursing specialty is preferred.
• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.