Part-time RN for Telemonitoring

Overview:
The Registered Nurse provides exceptional direct telemonitoring patient care to the highest standards of the organization as part of a multidisciplinary team in coordination with the patient's provider and other disciplines for the provision of services, and safe delivery of patient care.

Responsibilities:

· Assesses/reassesses patients’ appropriateness for the RPM program (inpatient, in home)

· Sets up Remote Patient Monitor system in patient's home

· Provides daily monitoring of all patients on Remote Patient Monitor.

· Provides education and instruction to patients/caregivers regarding their ongoing medical maintenance.

· Responsible for completion of all required documentation within 24 hours. This must include any changes in condition and a follow-up with the provider or other disciplines, as appropriate, with the supporting documentation

· Evaluation of patient progress and prompt action if required

· Complies with all Champion Care policies and procedures

· Maintain patient confidentiality while always following HIPAA guidelines

· Remotely monitor patient conditions and stats such as heart rate, blood glucose levels, oxygen levels, etc. and provide follow up to address, report, and resolve any related issues

· Coordinate reporting of data and patient status with Physicians and other relevant medical team members

· Work closely with patient care teams to provide timely intervention and decrease otherwise avoidable hospitalizations

· In non-emergency situations, instruct and educate patients on how to address their care needs (proper medication administration, wound care, diabetes management, and other non-emergency medical help)

· Completing the initial patient assessment to determine home care needs.

· Initiating a plan of care and making revisions as the patient’s status and needs change.

• Coordinating the patient’s care plan and collaborating with other disciplines that are part of the healthcare team.
• Performing appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures including wound and ostomy care.
• Educating the patient and family members on following the care plan and medication administration.
• Identifying discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implementing prior to discharge of the patient.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Nursing Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum two years nursing experience. Previous home care experience is desirable, but not required.

LICENSURE

Valid Texas Driving License

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $100.00 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Laredo, TX 78040: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location