Registered Nurse RN /LPN
Part Time • Hybrid - US
Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health
Position Summary:
The Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN plans, coordinates, and delivers individualized patient care based on a thorough assessment and care plan in collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities:
1. Patient Care Management:
- Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and interdisciplinary team.
- Perform skilled nursing tasks such as wound care, Foley catheter care, IV therapy, and medication administration.
- Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatments and interventions.
2. Education and Communication:
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, medication regimens, symptom management, and care techniques.
- Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
- Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other providers to ensure comprehensive care.
3. Documentation and Compliance:
- Accurately complete documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with agency policies and Medicare guidelines.
- Ensure timely submission of visit notes, care plans, and reports.
- Adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
4. Supervision and Coordination:
- Supervise home health aides (HHAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) as needed.
- Perform HHA competency evaluations and provide feedback.
- Participate in case conferences and care plan reviews.
5. Patient Safety and Quality Care:
- Assess and address fall risks, infection control, and safety concerns within the home.
- Monitor patient adherence to care plans and report any changes in condition to the physician promptly.
6. Professional Development:
- Maintain RN licensure and complete ongoing continuing education.
- Stay current with best practices and home health care regulations.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing).
- Licensure: Current RN license in the state of practice (Massachusetts).
- Certifications: BLS/CPR certification; additional certifications (e.g., wound care, IV therapy) are a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home health or a related field.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation standards.
Skills:
- Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
- Proficiency in patient education and coordination of care.
Working Conditions:
- Travel to patients' homes within the service area.
- Flexible hours based on patient needs.
- Ability to lift and move patients when necessary.
Reporting:
- Reports to the Clinical Manager or Director of Nursing (DON).
*BILINGUAL PREFFERED*
Position Summary:
The Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care to patients in their homes. The RN plans, coordinates, and delivers individualized patient care based on a thorough assessment and care plan in collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities:
1. Patient Care Management:
- Conduct initial and ongoing comprehensive patient assessments.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, physician, and interdisciplinary team.
- Perform skilled nursing tasks such as wound care, Foley catheter care, IV therapy, and medication administration.
- Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatments and interventions.
2. Education and Communication:
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease processes, medication regimens, symptom management, and care techniques.
- Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
- Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other providers to ensure comprehensive care.
3. Documentation and Compliance:
- Accurately complete documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in accordance with agency policies and Medicare guidelines.
- Ensure timely submission of visit notes, care plans, and reports.
- Adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.
4. Supervision and Coordination:
- Supervise home health aides (HHAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) as needed.
- Perform HHA competency evaluations and provide feedback.
- Participate in case conferences and care plan reviews.
5. Patient Safety and Quality Care:
- Assess and address fall risks, infection control, and safety concerns within the home.
- Monitor patient adherence to care plans and report any changes in condition to the physician promptly.
6. Professional Development:
- Maintain RN licensure and complete ongoing continuing education.
- Stay current with best practices and home health care regulations.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing).
- Licensure: Current RN license in the state of practice (Massachusetts).
- Certifications: BLS/CPR certification; additional certifications (e.g., wound care, IV therapy) are a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home health or a related field.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation standards.
Skills:
- Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
- Proficiency in patient education and coordination of care.
Working Conditions:
- Travel to patients' homes within the service area.
- Flexible hours based on patient needs.
- Ability to lift and move patients when necessary.
Reporting:
- Reports to the Clinical Manager or Director of Nursing (DON).
*BILINGUAL PREFFERED*
Flexible work from home options available.
Compensation: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
About Us
Our Mission
Our mission at Braden Home Health Care Services LLC is to provide older adults with quality care that enables them to live happier, healthier lives at home. The physical, emotional and lifestyle adjustments brought on by maturing is challenging enough. Our services are distinguished by the caliber of our caregivers, the responsiveness of our staff and our expertise in Live-in care. We embrace a positive, balanced approach to aging centered on the evolving needs of older adults.
Get to Know Us
Get to Know Us
Braden Home Health Care Services LLC is a home care based company that is here to ensure that those which need help in any manner or capacity, will receive that help with much compassion and generosity. We are honored to have the opportunity to help those in need of genuine help. The company is built on the foundation of understanding and family. Here at Braden Home Health Care Services LLC we want to put our hearts into the homes of clients that we have the opportunity to assist.
The founding members all have both previous and personal experience in health care services. We guarantee the best experience that home care has to offer, not with just service, but also with love.
The difference between us and everyone else, is that our mission is to ensure clients and loved ones of clients that we will treat every client and patient as if they were our loved ones.
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