What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Home Care position at trinityhealth?
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Trinity Health PACE Alexandria offers continuous, quality care for the elderly, enabling independent living at home. Seniors receive comprehensive care from interdisciplinary teams, fostering health improvement and community relationships. We serve with compassion and integrity, transforming lives within our communities. Position Purpose The Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Care is responsible for delivering skilled nursing care to PACE participants in their homes, ensuring comprehensive, coordinated, and compassionate care. This role collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement care that supports participants’ independence and overall well-being. What You'll Do: Provide skilled nursing care to participants primarily in their homes, ensuring safety, comfort, and quality outcomes Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team Monitor participant health status and respond promptly to changes in condition Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered Educate participants and caregivers on disease management, medications, and care plans Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, and other care team members Document care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions Ensure timely communication of participant needs, concerns, and changes in condition Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; Associate or Bachelor’s degree required Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Louisiana Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience required; experience in home care, geriatrics, or PACE preferred Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and a clean driving record Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends Position Highlights and Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off from day one. Access to Daily Pay for earned wages. Supportive, patient-centered environment. Extensive orientation and ongoing professional development opportunities. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.