Home Health Field RN-Part time/Bilingual

JOB TITLE:                          REGISTERED NURSE

RESPONSIBLE TO:            DIRECTOR OF NURSES

QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered Nurse, currently licensed in the State and a graduate from an approved accredited school of nursing. Has one (1) year of experience in an acute care setting that requires heart, lungs and complete physical assessment; or demonstrated ability or education in same areas is preferred. Also looking for RN that is willing to work in the Galveston area or Greater Houston Area

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1.   Able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.

2.   Able to bend and stand an average of 6 hours per day.

3.   Able to lift up to 50-75 pounds.

4.   Able to write up to 3 hours per day.

5.   Able to work in a stressful environment.

6.   Able to drive 50-100 miles per day.

7.   Able to assess and communicate with ill patients, co-workers, and general public.

MAIN FUNCTION:

Assumes the responsibility for the selection and care of patients in their homes through the provision of comprehensive, skilled nursing services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Reports to the RN Supervisor at the office after the last visit, completes paperwork and gives supervisor updates on patients.
2. Evaluates patients, families and home environment for admissions to and continued service from Agency on the day that it is assigned.
3. Provides comprehensive nursing care through the utilization of the home assessment, nursing diagnosis and care plans.
   1. Performs treatment(s) requiring specialized skills ordered by the physician.
   2. Observes signs and symptoms and reports them to the DOCS and/or physician immediately.
   3. Notes change in patient’s physical or emotional status.
   4. Teaches and supervises the patient and family members regarding nursing care needs.
   5. Incorporates other team members into the care of patients, under the direction of the referring physician.
4. Follows the Plan of Care as established in the HCFA Form 485 or ISP.
5. Establishes priorities and goals for the patient and implements plans to achieve them.
6. Updates the Standard Care Plan in the patient’s home, in addition to the copy in their field chart, daily.
7. Bilingual a Plus- Spanish or Vietnamese a plus