Registered Nurse - Home Health; Horry Job Florence area,South Carolina USA,Nursing

Position: Registered Nurse - Home Health (Horry County)

Registered Nurse
- Full Time
- Home Health (Horry County)

$15,000 with 2 years commitment Sign On Available!

Responsibilities

Responsible for the assessment and implementation of patient care using remote care technology to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.

Responsible for directing Licensed Practical Nurses to ensure quality patient care.

Collaborates with all caregiver staff: team RNs, LPNs, HHAs, PT, OT, ST, MSW for interdisciplinary coordination of patient care; provides field supervision of HHA; work interdependently with Referral-Intake-Scheduling
- Authorization (RISA) staff, managers, Practice Support, Billing Specialists and clerical support.

Must have knowledge of State Licensure Laws, the Conditions of Participation of the Federal Health Insurance Program for the Aged and Disabled (Title XVIII, Social Security Act, Section 1861), and the regulations relating to Conditions of Participation for Home Health Agencies (Part 405, Section ), JCAHO, and OSHA regulation desirable. Must have foundational knowledge of medical surgical nursing practice.

Demonstrates ability in exhibiting good communication skills, attention to guest relations focusing on the patient as a client.

Must be highly adaptable and have the ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and judgement in carrying out work assignments. Is self-directed and seeks and acquires the information needed to function efficiently and effectively within a clinical model that incorporates the concept of coordinated patient care.

Must be familiar with the principles of growth and development over the life span and the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpretation of information needed for each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs to provide the care needed.

Reports To: Clinical Manager - Home Care

Supervises Others: No

Qualifications

At least two years of nursing experience preferred.
One year home care highly desirable.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:

Must possess a current valid SC driver's license and automobile insurance as required by law.
Must be at least 21 years old to be covered under McLeod Health's fleet vehicle insurance policy.
Must meet McLeod policy for driving eligibility. License and registration as required by state law.
Must possess a valid South Carolina or compact (multi-state) RN license.
BLS (American Heart Association)
Possession of professional liability insurance is encouraged