Home Care RN

RN Visit

Bettendorf IA

MondayFriday 8:00AM4:30PM weekend on call rotation

Full Time Benefits

$5000 Sign On Bonus if external

The PACE Home Care RN uses clinical nursing knowledge physical assessment teaching and procedural skills to deliver high quality participant care in the participants place of residence. The RN contributes to the development of the PACE participant plan of care. The RN delivers Participant care as directed by the provider as established in the PACE plan of care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality improved outcomes and exceptional participant experience.

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PACE Home Care RN Patient Care/Care Coordination
Performs provider ordered nursing visits to participants in accordance with PACE visit guidelines and standards.
Performs initial comprehensive and change in status participant assessments in accordance with PACE assessment guidelines and standards.
Ensures quality and safe delivery of services to participants according to their individual plan of care needs.
Performs proper Use of medical equipment and supplies safely effectively and efficiently.
Promote independence and involvement in care decisions by teaching the participant designated representative and/or caregiver the following:
o Disease management and treatment choices.
o Medications; purpose use side effects potential adverse effects.
o Proper use safety hazards and infection control issues related to the use and maintenance of any equipment provided.
o Participant plan of care focus areas goals and interventions.
o Emergency preparedness
o Additional clinical education needs identified by the clinician IDT members and/or specialty providers.
Participates in care coordination with the IDT in the development and ongoing update to the participant plan of care which specifies the care and services needed to meet the participants specific needs.
Assists the participant designated representative or caregiver to be involved in the development of the plan of care.
Assesses the need to update the current plan of care. Includes the participant designated representative caregiver and IDT members in care planning decisions and revisions as they take place.
Communicates participant changes and/or concerns to the IDT members r and participates in care coordination to achieve high quality care.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of clinical records..
Performs nursing services as ordered by the PACE provider and/or specialty provider.
Communicates pertinent medical changes and/or concerns with the PACE provider or specialty provider (if indicated)
Receives relays and documents all provider orders (written verbal and/or telephone) in accordance with state and federal regulations and in a timely manner to prevent adverse participant outcomes.
Obtains provider orders prior to performing care and/or treatment services to the participant.
Identifies participants risks for hospitalization and/or emergency department use and proactively intervenes to prevent utilization of and/or adverse events.

PACE Home Care RN Performance Criteria
Participates in all defined duties and requirements as a required member of the PACE IDT.
Delivers quality care and completes clear concise and accurate clinical documentation of care provision.
Participates in clinical review of records to monitor quality and accuracy appropriate utilization appropriate involvement of interdisciplinary team members appropriate referrals and coordination of care as assigned.
Participates in peer review and other quality assurance activities as assigned.
Uses appropriate infection control procedures and safety measure to protect employees and participants.
Provides participant designated representative and/or caregiver education as indicated by care needs.
Participates in quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) activities as assigned.
Maintains professional knowledge for discipline/credential/license ensuring inclusion of content specific to home and communitybased care and the vulnerable adult population
Communicates professionally effectively and timely to all team members and coworkers and responds to all communication in a timely manner including but not limited to emails phone communication and meeting followup responsibilities.
Establishes and maintains positive interpersonal relationships with team members participants designated representative and/or caregiver while maintaining personal and professional boundaries.
Assist with new employee orientation when necessary.
Effectively plans organizes sets priorities and completes works assignments with minimum direct supervision per PACE policy and guidelines and within established time frames.
Maintains productivity standards as defined by the PACE Clinical Manager. .
Participates in evening night and weekend coverage to ensure nursing services are accessible to all patients 24 hours a day 7 days per week (schedules and rotations determined by region).
Performs other duties as assigned by PACE Clinical Manager and/or manager designee.

Education

Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses

Experience

One year nursing experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.

License(s)/Certification(s)

valid license as Registered Nurse in state where providing care.

Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.
Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.

Completion of PACE competency validation activities.

CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Recertification.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Basic knowledge of current frequently used medications including modes of administration actions and side effects.
Competency in variety of nursing skills and ability to perform without supervision (NPWT complex wound care IV therapy catheter care ostomy care chronic disease management assessment and teaching).
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
Ability to understand and apply guidelines policies and procedures.
Ability to navigate and perform basic use of Microsoft Office products.
Maintains a reliable mode of transportation and has the ability to drive safely during all day and night hours and in all types of inclement weather.