What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - PRN Home Health position at PureCare Home care LLC?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Home Health team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring their comfort and well-being. This role requires a strong understanding of various medical conditions and the ability to work independently while collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient assessments and physician orders.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Provide catheter care and support for patients with various medical conditions.
- Assist in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home care.
- Educate patients and their families about health management, disease prevention, and self-care techniques.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Monitor patients’ progress and report any changes in condition to the healthcare team.
- Provide support for patients requiring hospice palliative medicine, ensuring comfort during end-of-life care.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Experience in home health or similar settings is preferred.
- Knowledge of medical-surgical nursing principles and practices.
- Familiarity with catheter care, neonatal ventilator systems, and CT procedures is a plus.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or chronic ailments is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills to effectively educate patients and collaborate with healthcare teams.
- Ability to perform physical tasks associated with patient care, including lifting and transferring patients as needed.
- Commitment to providing compassionate care while respecting patient dignity and privacy.
Job Types: Contract, PRN
Pay: From $43.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Supplemental Pay:
- Signing bonus
Ability to Commute:
- Stafford, VA 22554 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Stafford, VA 22554: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stafford, VA 22554
Salary : $43