PRN Home Health Start of Care Nurse

Duties

• Begin the patient's Start of Care or First Visit.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with home health care protocols.

• Perform routine and specialized nursing tasks, including wound care, catheter insertion, and monitoring vital signs.

• Assist in developing and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team.

• Monitor and document patient progress, response to treatments, and any changes in condition, reporting significant findings.

• Provide education and support to patients and their families on disease management, medication use, and home care techniques.

• Assist with patient mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living as needed, ensuring safety and comfort.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

• Collaborate with LPNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.

• Respond to patient needs and changes in condition promptly, providing appropriate interventions and support.

• Adhere to infection control and safety procedures to protect patients and staff.

• Perform all other duties assigned.

Requirements

Job

Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state in which work is performed.

• Any nursing experience as an RN preferred, with a preference of experience in home health or wound care.

• Strong clinical skills and the ability to perform a range of nursing procedures with precision.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.

Physical

Requirements

• Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50lbs.

• Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.

• Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.

• Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, administering injections, and handling medical instruments.

• Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.

• Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.

• Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.

• Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.

• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

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