CWHH-RN Home Health

Title: RN Home Health

Type:
Contract Position

Location:
Birmingham, AL

Service Area:
Jefferson County/Small part of Shelby County

DESCRIPTION:

Primary functions of the Registered Nurse are to administer skilled nursing care for clients of all ages in their place of residence, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, patient/family and referring agency and assume the responsibility for coordination of care.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
:

1. Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings.

2. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their family members and at all levels of the organization.

3. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration.

4. Must have knowledge of venipuncture and IV care

5. Is competent in (1) stage (as appropriate), measure and treat surgical wounds and decubiti, (2) administer inhalation therapy, (3) perform phlebotomy for outpatient lab testing, and (4) develop and initiate bowel and/or bladder training programs for the home care and/or hospice patient, in addition to all routine medical/surgical nursing skills.

6. Is competent in (1) care and maintenance of indwelling catheters and drains, (2) safe use of all durable medical equipment routinely used in home setting, and (3) safe use of restraints in the home, under the orders of a physician

7. Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.

8. Maintains current licensure certifications and meets mandatory continuing education requirements.

9. Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.

10. Ability to work flexible schedule and travel locally.

Skills

Homecare Homebase Software Experience - Required

OASIS Experience - Required

Current state license as a Registered Nurse - Required

CHPN certification - Preferred

Proof of current CPR certification - Required

Current driver's license - Required

Must have reliable transportation and insurance - Required

1-2 years' experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical care setting - Required

2+ years home health experience - Required.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program - Required

Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Preferred

Must Have

Homecare Homebase 1 years

Home Health Care 1 years

OASIS (Outcome and Assessment Information Set) 1 years