Registered Nurse PRN

Addus HomeCare, Inc.; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer match

Mileage reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Work/life balance

Job summary

Ambercare Homecare in Belen, NM is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our growing home health team. You will perform comprehensive patient assessments, coordinate care with families, and administer prescribed medications in the patient’s home.

The role requires NM RN licensure, CPR certification, and reliable transportation. Home health experience is preferred, with opportunities for merit-based increases and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program and licensed in the state (NM).
• At least 1 year clinical nursing experience, preferably ICU, rehab, or med-surg.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Possess and maintain valid CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments and documents findings.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to supervisor.
• Develops and revises the plan of care with patient/family involvement.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the provider.
• Coordinates care as Case Manager when assigned by supervisor.
• Prepares clinical notes and communicates with primary provider every 60 days or as needed.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

CPR Certification

Home Health Experience

Education

RN License (NM)

Job description

Registered Nurse – Belen, NM

Come work for one of the largest Home Health Care companies in the State of New Mexico. Ambercare Homecare is looking for a 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
• Mileage reimbursement
• 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

Text 11335 to 505-806-1865 to apply