Registered Nurse RN

Amedisys; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HSA plans

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Wellness rewards

Counseling support

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a Registered Nurse for per diem days to provide in-home adult home health visits in Louisiana. The role emphasizes assessing patient status, delivering medications, and educating families in the comfort of the patient’s home.

You will collaborate with patient care teams and manage documentation. Minimum RN licensure in the state, CPR certification, and 1 year of home health experience are required.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical RN experience; RN must be licensed in the state you work in.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Proficiency with computer-based HR systems and online training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees all aspects of patients' home care.
• Collaborates with care teams to implement care plans.
• Educates families on patient condition, needs and care.
• Performs head-to-toe assessments and checks vital signs.

Skills

RN experience

Home health

CPR certified

Driver's license

Education

RN license

Job description

Overview

Shift: Per Diem Days

Adult Home Health Visits

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys Registered Nurse

Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

Attractive Pay

• Minimum Hourly Rate: $35.00
• Maximum Hourly Rate: $43.00

What's in it for you

• Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
• Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
• And more.

*Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

*Participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees all aspects of patients' home care.
• Collaborates with patient care teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Educates families on patient condition, needs and care.
• Performs head to toe physical assessments.
• Checks vital signs and manages medications.
• Gives injections, IV therapy or tube feedings.
• Administers and maintains catheters.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
• Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician and care team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience as a registered nurse (RN). If less than 1 year clinical experience as a RN, candidate must be approved by VP clinical.*
• Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Minimum six months home health experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.
• Able to assess patient status and identify requirements relative to age specific needs.
• Must be familiar with general use and functions of the computer, such as, user names and password concepts; internet; e-mail; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files and windows, effectively use navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs.

*Note - If less than 6 months clinical experience as a RN, candidate must participate in RN Intern program.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.