What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Registered Nurse - Part Time Napa County position at Gateway Home Health?
Job Title/Position: Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)
Rate Range: $72 - $80 per hour
Part Time (minimum 10 hours per week)
Home Health coverage area - Napa County, California
About us
Gateway Home Health Corp. is a locally owned, Medicare-certified, and Joint Commission–accredited agency dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality home health services. Founded by a physical therapist and a retired Air Force captain, our team combines professional expertise with genuine care to help patients thrive in the comfort of their own homes.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive pay above market rates
- Paid drive-time between patients
- Flexible scheduling – part-time & per diem available
- Benefits for eligible employees include full medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan after the first year with the employer, paid time off, and holiday pay. The range varies based on commitment and whether the position is full-time or part-time.
- Supportive, innovative work environment
- Continuing education opportunities
Responsibilities:
- Provide patient-centered care and case management services to individuals in need, and work one on one with patient/ family to improve health and stability.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical conditions and develop individualized care plans
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate and facilitate patient care and goals
- Monitor and evaluate patients' progress and adjust care plans as necessary
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient information and medical records including clinical notes, orders, and charting within the Medicare required 48-hour window
- Advocate for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system
- Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment options, and available resources
Qualifications:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in California
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Current CPR/ BLS Certification
- Valid California Driver's License
- Customer service experience
- Minimum of 1 year experience with wound care.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and diagnostic evaluation
- Experience in case management or managed care is highly desirable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments
- Proficient computer skills for documentation and data management
- Experience with Synergy EMR is preferred but not required
- Experience documenting accurate OASIS data is preferred but not required
- Understanding of the PDGM Medicare model
- Other duties as assigned
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or benefits associated with the role.
Salary : $72 - $80