Braden Home Health Care Services Ll
Registered Nurse RN /LPN
Braden Home Health Care Services Ll, Peabody, Massachusetts, us, 01960
Job DescriptionJob Description Home Health Nurse RN/LPN
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Position Summary: The Home Health Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN/LPN
plans, coordinates, and delivers individualized patient care based on a thorough assessment and care plan in collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities: 1. Patient Care Management: - Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments. - Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and interdisciplinary team. - Perform skilled nursing tasks such as wound care, Foley catheter care, IV therapy, and medication administration. - Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatments and interventions.
2. Education and Communication: - Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, medication regimens, symptom management, and care techniques. - Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. - Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other providers to ensure comprehensive care.
3. Documentation and Compliance: - Accurately complete documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with agency policies and Medicare guidelines. - Ensure timely submission of visit notes, care plans, and reports. - Adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
4. Supervision and Coordination: - Supervise home health aides (HHAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) as needed. - Perform HHA competency evaluations and provide feedback. - Participate in case conferences and care plan reviews.
5. Patient Safety and Quality Care: - Assess and address fall risks, infection control, and safety concerns within the home. - Monitor patient adherence to care plans and report any changes in condition to the physician promptly.
6. Professional Development: - Maintain RN/LPN
licensure and complete ongoing continuing education. - Stay current with best practices and home health care regulations.
Qualifications: - Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing). - Licensure: Current RN/LPN license in the state of practice (Massachusetts). - Certifications: BLS/CPR certification; additional certifications (e.g., wound care, IV therapy) are a plus.
Experience: - Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home health or a related field. - Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation standards.
Skills: - Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills. - Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively. - Proficiency in patient education and coordination of care.
Working Conditions: - Travel to patients' homes within the service area. - Flexible hours based on patient needs. - Ability to lift and move patients when necessary. xsgimln
Reporting: - Reports to the Clinical Manager or Director of Nursing (DON).
*BILINGUAL PREFFERED*
Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role.
Position Summary: The Home Health Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN/LPN
plans, coordinates, and delivers individualized patient care based on a thorough assessment and care plan in collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities: 1. Patient Care Management: - Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments. - Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and interdisciplinary team. - Perform skilled nursing tasks such as wound care, Foley catheter care, IV therapy, and medication administration. - Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatments and interventions.
2. Education and Communication: - Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, medication regimens, symptom management, and care techniques. - Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. - Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other providers to ensure comprehensive care.
3. Documentation and Compliance: - Accurately complete documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with agency policies and Medicare guidelines. - Ensure timely submission of visit notes, care plans, and reports. - Adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
4. Supervision and Coordination: - Supervise home health aides (HHAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) as needed. - Perform HHA competency evaluations and provide feedback. - Participate in case conferences and care plan reviews.
5. Patient Safety and Quality Care: - Assess and address fall risks, infection control, and safety concerns within the home. - Monitor patient adherence to care plans and report any changes in condition to the physician promptly.
6. Professional Development: - Maintain RN/LPN
licensure and complete ongoing continuing education. - Stay current with best practices and home health care regulations.
Qualifications: - Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing). - Licensure: Current RN/LPN license in the state of practice (Massachusetts). - Certifications: BLS/CPR certification; additional certifications (e.g., wound care, IV therapy) are a plus.
Experience: - Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home health or a related field. - Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation standards.
Skills: - Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills. - Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively. - Proficiency in patient education and coordination of care.
Working Conditions: - Travel to patients' homes within the service area. - Flexible hours based on patient needs. - Ability to lift and move patients when necessary. xsgimln
Reporting: - Reports to the Clinical Manager or Director of Nursing (DON).
*BILINGUAL PREFFERED*