Registered Nurse Home Health

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team responsible for planning and managing patient care in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Planning:
  

  • Apply physical and psychosocial skills to identify clinical issues through comprehensive assessments of patients and their families.
    
  • Create and implement detailed nursing care plans within 24 hours of patient admission encompassing the entire patient journey from admission to discharge.
    
  • Collaborate with patients families and the rehabilitation team to set realistic patientcentered goals promoting wellness and independence.
    

• Patient Care:
  

  • Monitor and document subtle changes in patient conditions especially in complex cases and take appropriate nursing actions.
    
  • Operate independently and efficiently in emergency situations.
    
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed document patient responses and anticipate potential adverse reactions.
    
  • Conduct medication reconciliations during each visit informing the clinical team and physicians of any changes or issues.
    

• Collaboration and Communication:
  

  • Act as a resource for the healthcare team.
    
  • Develop and document comprehensive teaching and discharge plans.
    
  • Communicate therapeutically with patients and families.
    
  • Advocate for patients within the healthcare team.
    
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient care conferences to coordinate efforts.
    

• Professional Development and Compliance:
  

  • Maintain and update nursing skills and competencies regularly.
    
  • Complete all required documentation including OASIS promptly and accurately.
    
  • Mentor and support new staff serving as a preceptor when needed.
    
  • Engage in continuous professional development and adhere to established nursing practice standards.
    
  • Participate in performance improvement initiatives.
    

• Operational Responsibilities:
  

  • Plan and delegate tasks effectively ensuring timely completion of patient care activities.
    
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment promptly reporting any hazards.
    
  • Adhere to policies on universal precautions patient rights and organizational values.
    
  • Participate in oncall and weekend rotations as necessary.
    
  • Attend all required inservices and team meetings.
    

Requirements

• Licensure: Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida.
  
• Education: Associate Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited School of Nursing.
  
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with a commitment to ongoing education and credential maintenance.
  

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Retirement Plan
  
• Employee Discounts
  
• Clinical Education and Professional Development Programs