RN

MGA Homecare; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MGA Homecare seeks a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care in patients\' homes under physician orders, documenting care and collaborating with the care team.

The RN will follow the patient\'s care plan, perform treatments and medications, and ensure aseptic technique across visits.

Qualifications

• RN license in the state where services are provided.
• CPR certification per agency policy.
• Completion of approved nursing program or equivalent.
• Competency test with score of 80% or greater.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document skilled nursing care per plan of treatment and physician orders.
• Demonstrate and document clinical skills; follow up on new problems and changes.
• Maintain aseptic technique; observe safety and infection control.
• Administer medications and perform treatments as per care plan.
• Document care and orders in clinical notes and nursing care plan.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers and health care team.
• Complete all required agency trainings and participate in mandated activities.

Skills

Clinical skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

RN license (state-approved)

Job description

RNJob OverviewTitleRegistered Nurse- Non-ExemptJob SummaryRegistered Nurse is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care and reports to Case Managers and Clinical Nurse Supervisor. In collaboration with the MGA personnel, RN will render skilled nursing care in accordance with the care developed for each individual patient and in accordance with Physician’s orders.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides skilled nursing as ordered on the plan of treatment and nursing care plan.Demonstrates and documents clinical skills.Each shift or visit reflects the provision of skilled nursing care rendered in accordance with physician’s ordersNew Problems, changes, and/or resolution of problems are identified and followed through as follows:Director/Supervisory notificationPhysical notification to obtain necessary orders for intervention(s) per stat regulationsDocumentation of same on clinical notes, supplemental physician orders and nursing care planObserve aseptic technique as requiredPerforms specific treatments and medication administration as per care planFunctions as a team member demonstrating collaboration with and responsibility to the patient, Physician, and health care team.Identifies issues of concern and demonstrates critical thinking skills.Displays correct skilled nursing care that reflects compliance with State, Federal regulations.Performs related work as assigned.Participation in the Agency’s other mandated activities as requested by the Agency’s Director such as In-Services, education and committee work related to patient care.Supports and executes the mission, ethics, and goals of the company effectivelyAll clinical documentation must be completed accurately and submitted timely per agency policy/guidelines.Represents themselves in a positive and professional manner in the company and community.Adheres to dress code with a clean and neat professional appearance.Reports on time and as scheduled in order to complete work within designated time.Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlines in the Employee Handbook, Employees Agreement, or communicated from executive team RequirementsGraduation from an approved certification/program/accredited school/undergraduate/graduate school or post graduate education to reflect ability to perform job as described.Hold a valid/unencumbered verification/license to practice the job as described in the state where services are provided.Have professional experience as required per state regulations to perform the job as described.Successful completion of assigned screening/competency testing with a proficiency score of 80% or greater.Reliable transportation.Provide copy of current TB results or Chest x-ray.Provide copy of current CPR certification as per agency policy.Be flexible, organized and have the ability to exercise independent and sound judgment to perform the job duties/responsibilities.Physical RequirementsAbility to regularly, sit, stand, stop, bend, kneel, walk, balance, crouch, crawl, push, pull and reach with hands and arms and other physical activities as deemed necessary buy job duties.Vision and Hearing capabilities within normal limits, with or without aid.Ability to frequently lift and or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift or move 100 pounds or more if applicable.Ability to perform the anticipated level of physical assist required to provide safe client care. If the anticipated level of assist is greater than that which the employee can safely provide, the supervisor ids to be notified immediately.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is highly variable, as care is generally provided in private homes.Lighting, acoustics, air quality, temperature and environment hazards are not predictable.The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, household pets/animals, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.The employee is required to travel frequently to complete home health visits.Additional Job Description InformationEEO Statement:MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.