What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health RN position at Sequoia Home Health?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate RN to join our home health team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong clinical background and be committed to providing high-quality patient care. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and implementing treatment protocols to ensure optimal health outcomes. Pay is per visit and Varies depending on the visit type
Service Area: Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Sanger, Selma, Kerman, Reedley, Fowler, Coarsegold, Friant, Tollhouse and More. We have a 50 Mile radius from our Office in Clovis, CA.
Duties
- Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Ability to read documentation on patient status as well as any orders that the patient PCP may have provided.
- Must Completes one weekend a month for on call answering phone calls and completing SOCs on that weekend as well. If unable to do a full weekend then commit to either a Saturday or Sunday.
- Must have own reliable transportation to get you to client's home
- Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change; uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.
- Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
- Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications, treatments, IV ABX, etc. as prescribed by the physician.
- Provide specialized care such as Wound vac teaching, ostomy care and variety of wound care
- Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Strong knowledge of medical records management and documentation practices.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse with a valid license required
- Valid drivers license and automobile insurance as required by state law
- Reliable transportation and Comfortable driving to patient homes for patient visits
- Prior experience in Home Health, Hospice, or Home Care preferred
- Strong communication skills with the ability to educate patients effectively.
- Must be able to complete charting in a timely manner
Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45