RN Home Health

Retire; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Warm Hearth at Home is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Home Health team. The RN will provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes, assess needs, develop plans of care, educate patients and families, and coordinate with physicians and the health care team.

The ideal candidate has strong assessment and clinical judgment, enjoys building relationships, and can work independently within a collaborative home health team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Virginia RN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive initial assessments of patients and families in home setting.
• Develop and initiate individualized plans of care.
• Educate patients and families on health and nursing care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical judgment

Communication

Home health

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

**Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health****Warm Hearth at Home** **Location:** NRV **Job Type:** Full-Time **Reports To:** Clinical Manager**About the Position**Warm Hearth at Home is seeking a dedicated and compassionate **Registered Nurse (RN)** to join our Home Health team.The Home Health RN provides skilled nursing care to patients in the comfort of their own homes and communities. This position is responsible for assessing patient needs, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, coordinating services, educating patients and families, and communicating with physicians and other members of the healthcare team.The ideal candidate is an experienced nurse who enjoys building relationships with patients and families and is comfortable working independently while being supported by a collaborative home health team.**What You'll Do*** Complete comprehensive initial assessments of patients and families to determine home health needs.* Perform complete physical assessments and obtain current and past medical histories.* Regularly reassess patients and identify changes in their nursing needs.* Develop and initiate individualized plans of care based on patient assessments and nursing diagnoses.* Revise plans of care as the patient's condition and needs change.* Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with the patient's plan of care and the Virginia Nurse Practice Act.* Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.* Perform appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.* Educate and counsel patients and families regarding health, nursing care, and related needs.* Provide patients and caregivers with appropriate health-care instructions.* Identify discharge planning needs and implement appropriate interventions prior to discharge.* Coordinate care with physicians, community health professionals, patients, and families.* Communicate changes in patient condition and needs to the physician and obtain or receive physician orders as required.* Prepare accurate clinical documentation and maintain timely clinical notes.* Serve as Case Manager when assigned by the Clinical Supervisor and coordinate care for the assigned caseload.* Coordinate necessary equipment, supplies, and services for patients.* Instruct, supervise, and evaluate Home Health Aide services as required.* Participate in on-call responsibilities in accordance with organizational policy.**What We're Looking For****Required:*** Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.* Current Registered Nurse license in the state of Virginia.* Current CPR certification.* Strong assessment, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to work independently and effectively manage patient care in the home setting.* Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including walking, standing, reaching, bending, kneeling, and assisting with lifting, positioning, and transferring patients.* Valid driver's license.* Reliable automobile in good working condition with insurance meeting organizational requirements.**Preferred:*** 1–2 years of recent acute care nursing experience in an institutional setting.* Bachelor's degree in nursing.* At least 1 year of home health experience.**Why Home Health?**Home health nursing allows you to provide meaningful, one-on-one care while helping patients remain safely and comfortably in their homes. You will have the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients and families while playing an important role in their recovery, independence, and quality of life.If you are a compassionate RN who enjoys clinical autonomy, patient education, care coordination, and making a difference in the lives of patients and families, **we'd love to hear from you.****Apply Today**Join the **Warm Hearth at Home** team and become part of an organization committed to providing exceptional care to individuals in our community.**Apply today to join our Home Health nursing team!****Pay Range** 70,000- 85,000**Mileage reimbursement** 0.65 cents per mile