What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Psychiatric Nurse - Delivering Compassionate Care position at Lifeline Home Health Care?
We are hiring a compassionate and skilled Psychiatric Registered Nurse to join our Home Health team at Lifeline Home Health.
Our organization values a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We prioritize meaningful connections with patients, their families, our employees, and the communities we serve – all centered around delivering exceptional care.
As a key member of our team, you can expect:
- A balance between work and personal life
- Career growth opportunities
- The ability to build strong nurse-patient relationships
- Supportive employee wellness and support programs
If you're passionate about nursing and eager to enhance your experience, this is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact.
The Psychiatric Registered Nurse in Home Health provides and directs nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
This role requires:
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals involved in patient care, ensuring continuity and effectiveness
- Making initial and comprehensive nursing evaluations, developing care plans within state-specific guidelines, and submitting accurate documentation in collaboration with physician orders
- Conducting patient assessments at designated times and creating personalized care plans
- Evaluating patients to ensure they meet home health eligibility and medical necessity requirements defined by payer sources
For this position, recent experience (within the last five years) or completed psychiatric retraining classes or CEUs to update knowledge is essential.
To be successful, you will need:
- Current RN licensure required
- Current CPR certification necessary
- A valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation or public transportation are essential
