Hybrid Registered Nurse bei LifeCare Home Health

Description

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The home care nurse(RN)’s responsibilities include performing patient visits and monitoring their conditions, conducting tests, and writing reports for the physician. You should be able to address all the caregivers’ concerns and make appropriate adjustments to the patients’ in-home management plan.

Job Responsibilities:

· Traveling to patients’ homes and managing their care plans according to physicians’ instructions.

· Administering medication and insulin, and completing blood pressure, glucose, urine, and stool tests.

· Inspecting wounds, changing dressings, and handling personal grooming and hygiene.

· Testing for muscle weakness, bedsores, and any signs of infection.

· Listening to the concerns of family members and answering their questions.

· Educating caregivers and family on the aftercare or ongoing care of the patient.

· Providing suggestions for improved healthcare to physicians and family members of the patient.

· Monitoring patient recovery and compiling reports for the physician.

· Keeping abreast of developments in healthcare and attending workshops and lectures as required.

· Collaborating with doctors and other healthcare professionals to develop improved diets and healthcare plans for patients.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience as      an RN in a clinical care setting.
• Preferred, Home health      experience.

Home health Nurse Requirements:

· Active RN or BSN License

· Relevant license and certification.

· Excellent observational and problem-solving skills.

· Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice

· The ability to follow instructions but also to act independently if necessary.

· Excellent report writing skills.

· Active listening skills and empathy.

· Physical and mental strength.

· A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, insurance required.

Education:

· Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing Program.

· Preferred, BSN.