Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, and hospice or palliative care patients.
Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes based on individualized care plans and physician orders.
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, monitor vital signs, and evaluate patients’ health status and progress.
Administer medications, injections, IV therapy, wound care, and other skilled nursing treatments as ordered.
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Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, treatment plans, safety, and preventive care.
Manage and document chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, respiratory conditions, and other medical diagnoses.
Assess wounds and provide appropriate wound care, including dressing changes and infection prevention.
Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team.
Recognize changes in patients’ conditions and communicate concerns promptly to physicians and appropriate healthcare providers.
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
Provide patient-centered care while promoting independence, comfort, and quality of life.
Follow infection-control, patient-safety, HIPAA, and home-health regulatory standards.
Participate in care coordination, discharge planning, and transitions of care when appropriate.
Provide compassionate support to patients and families while serving as an advocate for their healthcare needs.
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and detailed medical histories to develop personalized care plans.
Administer medications via injections, IV infusions, and other routes while adhering to aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
Manage complex medical procedures such as wound suturing, catheterization, ostomy care, and ventilator management in a home setting.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate discharge planning, case management, and long-term care strategies aligned with patient needs.
Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner for accurate documentation of patient care activities, medical records, and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Provide education on disease management—including diabetes, cardiac conditions, dementia care—and promote health coaching tailored to individual circumstances.
Respond promptly to urgent situations through triage protocols and critical care response procedures; manage acute pain and infectious disease concerns effectively.
Qualifications
Valid RN license with current state registration; BLS certification required.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, and hospice or palliative care patients.
Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and medical documentation standards.
Hands-on experience with advanced clinical skills including IV insertion, phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection/processing, and sterile technique.
Critical care experience preferred—such as ICU or trauma center background—along with knowledge of trauma medicine and emergency response procedures.
Strong understanding of medication administration protocols, infection control practices, and respiratory support techniques like ventilator management.
Excellent patient assessment skills complemented by physiology knowledge; ability to educate patients on treatment plans effectively.
Pay: $2,300.00 - $2,372.00 per week
Benefits
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Sourced from a public job board.
Requirements
Valid RN license with current state registration; BLS certification required.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities, and hospice or palliative care patients.
Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and medical documentation standards.
Hands-on experience with advanced clinical skills including IV insertion, phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection/processing, and sterile technique.
Critical care experience preferred—such as ICU or trauma center background—along with knowledge of trauma medicine and emergency response procedures.
Strong understanding of medication administration protocols, infection control practices, and respiratory support techniques like ventilator management.
Excellent patient assessment skills complemented by physiology knowledge; ability to educate patients on treatment plans effectively.
Place
City
Brunswick, Georgia
State price level
4% below the national average
Georgia index 96.3, where 100 is the national average.
Brunswick is a coastal Georgia port city that serves as the gateway to St. Simons and Jekyll islands. Nurses who want a laid-back waterfront lifestyle will find marsh views, a modest historic downtown, and easy access to Atlantic beaches just a short drive away.
