RN PRN Registered Nurse

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas; Huntsville (TX); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 92.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas in Huntsville, TX seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver intermittent skilled nursing care in patients' homes. You will follow physician orders and the plan of care under supervision of the Director of Nurses.

You will participate in patient and family counseling, coordinate with physicians and other practitioners, and contribute to the QAPI program while supervising LPNs and Home Health Aides.

Formación

• Texas RN license active and in good standing.
• Two years of home health experience preferred.
• CPR certification with American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good customer relations and commitment to quality service.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be on call at least once per month; travel may be required.

Responsabilidades

• Administers skilled nursing care in patients' homes per physician orders.
• Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education.
• Communicates with physicians and health practitioners about the plan of care.
• Contributes to QAPI program and interdisciplinary assessments.
• Develops/updates plan of care with patient and caregiver in partnership.
• Supervises LPN and Home Health Aide.

Conocimientos

Independent judgment

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer relations

On-call readiness

Travel willingness

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Registered nursing education (RN)

Herramientas

CPR certification

Descripción del empleo

Job Details: Job Location: Huntsville Branch - Huntsville, TX, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nursing.

Summary of Essential Functions for the Position:

A Registered Nurse administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nurses. Participates in patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education. Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current plan of care. Provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care. The Skilled professional staff whether direct employee of the agency or under arrangement are expected to contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participates in with ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients. The RN will participate in the development and revision of the plan of care in partnership with the patient, patient representative (if any) and caregiver(s). Supervises care of Licensed Practical Nurse and Home Health Aide.

Qualifications:

• Currently licensed in the state(s) in which practicing
• Two (2) years experience, home health preferred
• CPR certified with American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Strong communication skills, both oral and in writing, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate good customer relations skills and a commitment to providing quality service
• Acceptance and ability to demonstrate support the core values and goals of Agency
• Must have a current valid drivers license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation
• Must be on call at least once per month
• 100% travel may be required

Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Works indoors in Agency office and patient homes and travels to/from patient homes. Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100 pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations. Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.