What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse part-time flexibile days position at North West Home Care?
Northwest Home Care is always looking for conscientious and dependable individuals to join our team of caregivers and home care professionals. We are seeking career-minded individuals who are committed to providing caring and comprehensive home care services to residents in Montana. We offer a supportive environment that allows home care professionals to use their education and experience to serve those who are most in need.
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Medical/Dental Package
- Ability to Specialize in Pediatric or Adult Care
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- A Personally Rewarding Career With The Ability To Provide Complex Care In A Home Setting.
Responsibilities
- Assess clients’ condition during every visit and track any observations
- Take and record measurements of vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and heart rate.
- Administer medication as prescribed by the client’s physician
- Dress or redress open wounds and assessthe progress of healing
- Continuously educate clients, their families, and other caretakers on proper home health care strategies and procedures
- Provide palliative care as needed to keep the client comfortable
- Make recommendations for devices or tools that might improve the client’s quality of life
- Listen to clients and be prepared to respond to concerns or requests
Qualifications
- Current nursing license in the state
- Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification, Access to reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently and with directions
- Compassionate and friendly demeanor
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Outloo,k and Word to document and track client care activity
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law