RN- Private Duty Nursing

Maxim Healthcare; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Savings Plan

Maxcares Awards Program

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare in Newport, KY is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide private duty nursing in patients' homes, serving pediatric and/or adult clients. The role features hourly pay of $30-$35, weekly paychecks, and comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering home-based care, adjusting plans as patient needs change, administering treatments, and educating families to support ongoing health goals.

Qualifications

• Current RN license for Kentucky.
• Required health certificate per state regulations.
• Current PPD or Chest X-ray clearance.
• Current BLS card maintained.
• One year RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the home setting.
• Initiate and revise the care plan with prescriber input as needed.
• Provide therapeutic nursing actions based on patient needs and goals.
• Monitor changes in patient status and report to physician or supervisor.
• Administer medications and document outcomes.
• Educate patients and families and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Care planning

Patient and family communication

Education

RN License (KY)

Health Certificate

BLS/CPR

Job description

Private Duty Nursing Position- RN

Hourly Pay: $30-$35

Maxim Healthcare in the Newport, KY and surrounding areas is hiring for a Registered Nurse to work with Pediatric and/or Adult patients in their own homes.

Why Join Maxim

• Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks
• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Maxcares Awards Program

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as required
• Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
• Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on patient diagnosis and established goals
• Intervenes as applicable in response to changes in patient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician or supervisor
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
• Reviews plan of care and program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs, as applicable

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) License for the state in which the nurse practices.
• Current Health Certificate (per facility Registered Nurse (RN) contract or state regulation).
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
• Current BLS card.
• One year prior Registered Nurse (RN) experience preferred.

General Comments

Maxim Benefits

Health and Wellness

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement And Financial Security

Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits

Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

• Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.