Private Duty Nurse RN

Overview

Registered Nurse – RN

Aveanna is one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing. We foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. We are a national leader in compassionate homecare for children and adults.

• Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off Available
• Flexible scheduling - full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts— we will work with your availability
• 24/7 local support from operators and clinicians
• Aveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentation
• Career Pathing with opportunities for skill advancement
• Weekly and/or Daily Pay
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discount
• Employee Relief Fund
• Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment location

• Deliver and coordinate quality patient care in compliance with physician orders
• Continuously observe and assess patient condition and care needs; report changes to supervisor and/or physician as appropriate
• Document all activities, assessments, nursing actions, responses and coordination of care in a timely manner
• Develop, implement, and update the nursing care plan
• Take appropriate nursing action based on assessment and achieve expected outcomes
• Recognize changes in patient needs and responses requiring intervention; implement care to prevent or reduce risk
• Maintain professional accountability by complying with Aveanna policies, state and federal regulations, accrediting bodies, and the Nurse Practice Act
• Provide care utilizing infection control measures that protect staff and patients according to OSHA standards
• Educate patients and families regarding disease process, self-care techniques, and prevention strategies
• Maintain knowledge of nursing competencies through ongoing education and skill evaluations

• Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
• Current, unrestricted state license as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation, and adherence to nursing policies and procedures

• South Carolina – One (1) year of pediatrics experience
• California – One (1) year of experience required working under current nursing license
• Louisiana – One (1) year of experience required working as a licensed nurse
• Continuing Education as required by state

• Medical Oncology RN - 2 years RN experience with cardiac monitoring and oncology experience
• Ambulatory RN - 2 years experience with vital assessment, plan of care development, and telephone triage
• Medical Surgical RN - 2 years RN experience
• Peri-Operative Care RN - 2 years RN experience, preferably with oncology experience

• Six (6) months of recent experience as a Licensed Nurse in a clinical care setting
• Home health experience

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Good organization and communication skills

• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch
• Must be able to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Must be able to respond appropriately to emergency situations in the home or during transport

• Must be able to function in a variety of environments with possible exposure to allergens and other conditions
• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Aveanna Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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