Registered Nurse - Home Health; Pt

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Overview

The Home Health Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to care plans. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating with healthcare providers and families to deliver optimal care. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a commitment to patient-centered care, and the ability to work independently in a home setting.

Overview

The Home Health Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to care plans. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating with healthcare providers and families to deliver optimal care. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, a commitment to patient-centered care, and the ability to work independently in a home setting.

Job Type:
Salaried, Exempt

Scheduling Requirements:
Part-time, days

Work Location:
Location Varies - Primarily Kankakee County

Benefit Eligible

Essential Duties

• Patient Assessments:
  Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health conditions in their homes, including physical, emotional, and social aspects.
• Care Planning:
  Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans based on patient assessments, physician orders, and patient needs. Set realistic goals and monitor progress.
• Direct Nursing Care:
  Provide direct nursing care, including administering medications, performing wound care, and managing medical equipment as required by the care plan.
• Patient and Family
  
  Education:
  
  Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and home care techniques. Provide guidance on managing health conditions and promoting overall wellness.
• Coordination of Care:
  Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive and effective care delivery. Communicate regularly with the care team to address any changes in the patient's condition.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient visits, care provided, and patient progress. Complete required paperwork for billing, compliance, and regulatory purposes.
• Emergency Response:
  Respond to patient emergencies and changes in condition, providing appropriate interventions and coordinating with emergency services if necessary.
• Progress Monitoring:
  Regularly evaluate patient progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and communicate changes to the home health care team to ensure coordinated care. Additionally, supervise and provide guidance to CNA and LPNs to ensure that they adhere to the treatment plan, maintain productivity, and deliver effective patient care in alignment with established goals.
• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

• Participate in home health care team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education to stay current with best practices in physical therapy and home health care.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies or contributing to the development of patient education materials.
• Provide mentorship or support to Nursing students or new staff as needed.

• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience; home health care experience is preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills.
• Ability to develop and implement effective care plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and support patients and families.
• Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a home care setting.

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Nursing.
• Current RN license in Illinois.
• CPR certification
• Valid drivers license and personal auto insurance are required.
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