Home Health Registered Nurse

Job Opening: PRN Home Health RN (Part-Time)

Job Description

h/care is excited to announce an opening for a dedicated and skilled PRN Home Health RN to join our dynamic team. This part-time position offers the unique opportunity to bring expert care directly to patients' homes, providing both clinical services and compassionate support to those in need. As a PRN Home Health RN, you will integrate specialty skills, professionalism, and personalized care to help our patients maintain the highest quality of life while navigating various health challenges.

This hands-on role is suited for candidates who are proactive, self-motivated, and passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of the patients and their families. Please note, this is an onsite, non-remote role, requiring travel within the local community to provide direct patient care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
• Administer medications, manage pain, and deliver other necessary treatments as prescribed by the attending physician.
• Educate patients and their families on diagnosis, prognosis, and all treatment options to enable informed decisions.
• Monitor patient recovery and progress, adapting the care plan as needed, and timely documentation of the same.
• Coordinate with healthcare team members to facilitate holistic care that meets the emotional, social, and physical needs of the patient.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations during home visits.
• Provide post-operative care and support rehabilitation efforts.
• Manage emergency situations adeptly, applying critical thinking and swift decision-making skills.
• Maintain up-to-date clinical records and report on any significant changes in the patient's condition to the relevant professionals.
• Advocate for the patient’s needs and act as a liaison between patients, families, and physicians.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a home health or similar setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage patient care with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively coordinating with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Proficient in using healthcare software and systems for patient management and documentation.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting or moving patients as needed.
• Flexibility to work on-call, evenings, weekends, or holidays according to the patient care schedules.
• Thorough understanding and sensitivity to the needs of patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license to visit multiple patient homes per day.