What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - PRN position at Livi Home Care?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team on a PRN (as-needed) basis. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings, ensuring safety, comfort, and optimal health outcomes. Your expertise will support our commitment to delivering compassionate, comprehensive nursing services while maintaining compliance with healthcare standards and regulations. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history reviews to determine care needs.
- Administer medications and injections accurately, including IV infusions and medication management, following aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
- Assist with complex procedures such as catheterization, suturing, tube feeding, and wound care while adhering to infection control standards.
- Monitor patients’ conditions using telemetry systems and critical care equipment; respond promptly to emergencies such as acute pain episodes or respiratory distress.
- Document all patient interactions, treatments, and observations clearly in electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, therapists, and case managers to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Provide specialized care for diverse populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, neonatal patients, individuals with developmental disabilities, or those requiring hospice or palliative services.
- Support discharge planning and patient education to promote recovery at home or in long-term care settings.
Experience
- Valid RN licensure with current state registration; additional certifications such as BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), or PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred.
- Demonstrated experience working in various healthcare environments including hospital medicine, emergency rooms, ICU/CCU/PCU units, outpatient clinics, or long-term care facilities.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks; familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10) is advantageous.
- Prior experience in critical care settings like trauma centers or Level I/II trauma units is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of specialized procedures including dialysis management, cardiology interventions like cardiac catheterization, respiratory support such as ventilator management, and infectious disease protocols.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations including behavioral health cases, memory care residents, or individuals requiring complex pain management strategies.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy/physiology knowledge, and clinical assessment skills necessary for comprehensive patient evaluation.
Join us to make a positive impact through compassionate nursing care! This role offers the flexibility you need while allowing you to utilize your extensive skills across multiple specialties—helping patients recover and thrive every day!
Pay: $39.29 - $42.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39 - $42