Registered Nurse PRN

Addus HomeCare; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Referral program

Merit increases

Employee discounts

Work-life balance

Culture & team atmosphere

Job summary

Addus Homecare is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Home Health team in Belen, NM. You will provide high-quality, in-home nursing care to patients and families, aligning with the state's nursing standards.

You'll perform assessments, develop and adjust care plans, administer medications, and educate patients and families while coordinating with clinical leadership to ensure optimal outcomes. This role emphasizes compassionate patient advocacy and reliable transportation for community

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program and licensed in the state.
• At least one year clinical nursing experience; home health experience preferred.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Auto insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs.
• Observe and report signs of changes in patient condition and document observations in the clinical record.
• Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs and revises the care plan as needed.
• Initiates the plan of care and coordinates revisions based on patient status.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the provider.
• Provides direct patient care as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Counsels patient and family and provides health care instructions.
• Coordinates discharge planning and acts as Case Manager when assigned.
• Communicates with providers and documents updates to the primary provider.

Skills

Home health knowledge

CPR certification

Education

Registered Nursing license (NM)

Job description

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for Registered Nurse to come join our rapidly growing team in Belen, NM.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You’ll Do:

• Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).
• Observe and report any signs or symptoms indicative of changes in condition of the patient and family situation. Document such reports and observations in the clinical record and notify supervisor.
• Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the provider.
• Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.
• Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the patient.
• Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.
• Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary provider when necessary and at least every 60 days.
• Communicates with all relevant providers regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives orders as required.
• Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program and licensed in the state
• At least one (1) year clinical practical nursing experience preferably in intensive care, rehabilitation or medical surgical nursing (preferred)
• Home health experience preferred
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license and appropriate automobile insurance

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