Registered Nurse; Field

The home health nurse provides skilled nursing visits in patient’s home under the direction of plan of treatment established with physician and input from patient/care giver.

• Provides initial and on-going assessment of client needs using the OASIS data elements incorporated into the Comprehensive Assessment.
• Evaluate effectiveness of care plan and make necessary adjustments.
• Provides for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of client taking into consideration their rights and cultural background.
• Receives and transcribes physician orders.
• Documents all appropriate observations and treatments.
• Participates in case conferences, team meetings, staff meetings, and Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Provide any skilled nursing service for which appropriately trained which is prescribed under the plan of care. Prepares clinical progress notes as per agency policies and procedures.