RN Home Health Care

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for managing and executing a personalized healthcare plan for patients in alignment with physician instructions. This includes direct care such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs, providing wound care, and educating caregivers. RNs collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure a high standard of care, comfort, and safety for patients, including those with specialized needs such as G-tubes or ventilators.

Key Responsibilities

• Healthcare Plan Management:
• Execute patient care plans as directed by the attending physician.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance care strategies.
• Personalized Care:
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, and daily living activities.
• Deliver palliative care to ensure patient comfort and dignity.
• Vital Sign Monitoring:
• Regularly check and document vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse).
• Observe for changes and report concerns promptly.
• Medication Administration:
• Administer prescribed medications accurately
• Maintain detailed medication records
• Wound and Infection Care:
• Monitor and treat bedsores, wounds, and signs of infection.
• Apply appropriate care techniques to prevent complications.
• Caregiver Education and Support:
• Instruct household caregivers on patient care best practices.
• Serve as a point of reference for ongoing in-home care questions.
  

Specialized Clinical Skills (Case Dependent)

• Experience with Peg Tube/G-Tube care.
• Experience with Trach/Vent support.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Experience: Minimum one year of nursing experience.
  
  

Required

• Valid In-State or Multi-State RN license.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Current TB test.
  
  

Reports to: RN Case Manager.