What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Patient Care position at Patient Care?
At Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, we are committed to providing high-quality care and services to our patients and their families.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team in providing home health services to individuals in need.
Job Description:
- Provide Comprehensive Home Health Services: The Registered Nurse (RN) will work with patients in their homes to provide and direct provisions of nursing care as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
The RN will coordinate total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and help to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources. All done within a Point of Care setting.
Responsibilities:
- Makes Initial and Comprehensive Nursing Evaluations: The RN will perform patient comprehensive assessments at designated time points and develops the appropriate plan of care.
- Ensures Patients Meet Eligibility Guidelines: The RN will ensure patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines as defined by payer source.
Requirements:
- Current RN Licensure in NJ
- CPR Certification
- Dependable Vehicle or Public Transportation
