Admissions Nurse Position Available In Oconee, Georgia

Job Description:

$8K

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Why consider applying to Visiting Nurse HealthServices of CT?

Here are a few reasons:

Small territories andmanageable caseloads and flexible schedules for a better work-lifebalance. Front loaded paid vacation time with 26 days offered ifyou work 40 hours a week, otherwise prorated based on hours worked.

Tuition reimbursement to help you continue your education andcareer growth.

Eligible after 3 months of employment!

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POSITION SUMMARY

Provides intermittent nursing service to patientsin their homes under a plan of care established in collaborationwith the patients physician and according to agency policies andprocedures. Admits clients to service, establishes a plan of careand refers to other disciplines and agencies, as necessary.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

Graduate of an NLN-approved school ofnursing, associate, or baccalaureate degree program. Possession ofa current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State ofConnecticut.

EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of recent medical/surgicalnursing experience, additional experience in community healthnursing preferred.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of professional nursingtheory and practice and the skills to practice and evaluate patientcare. Knowledge of Agency policies, regulations, and procedures toadminister patient care. Knowledge of medical equipment currentlyused to provide patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazardsand precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill inapplying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques ofprofessional nursing to provide ongoing patient care. Skill inidentifying patient-related problems and recommending solutions.

Skill in documentation in clinical records and use of ElectronicMedical Record. Skill in establishing and maintaining effectiveworking relationships with patients, families, physicians,co-workers, and the community. Ability to maintain quality controlstandards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencysituations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines andprocedures. Ability to communicate clearly. Possess adequatetransportation to carry out job requirements. Must show proof ofsatisfactory automobile insurance with State of CT minimumcoverage, recommended amount of $100,000/300,000. Willingness toprovide service in any part of Agency geographic area, according toAgency need.

ESSENTIAL

DUTIES and

RESPONSIBILITIES

Disclaimer:

Jobdescriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be,exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts orworking conditions associated with the job. They are intended to beaccurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilitiesof this position. These responsibilities and competencies listedbelow may change from time to time. Eastern Connecticut HealthNetwork reserves the right to change or assign other duties andresponsibilities to this position. Admits/readmits patients andprovides intermittent nursing service to patients and theirfamilies in compliance with agency policies and State and FederalRegulations, incorporating the following: a) A complete physicaland psychosocial assessment. b) Develops and implements anappropriate care plan and therapeutic goals with thepatient/family. c) Evaluation of patient safety on a 24-hour basis.d) Exercises appropriate clinical judgment in coordination ofpatient care by all services involved. e) On going evaluation ofsignificant changes in the condition of the patient and of progresstoward the therapeutic goals. f) Use of Agency and communityconsultants/resources. g) Instruction of patient/family inprocedures or responsibilities they are assuming and optimumwellness practices. h) Planning for the patients discharge fromservice. Related duties should be grouped together in oneresponsibility statement. Establishes and maintains case mixweight, utilization, patient satisfaction that aligns with industrystandards and agency operational objectives for quality care. a)OASIS documentation correlates with the Plan of Care. b) Usesrecommended Oasis assessment techniques 100% of the time. c) OASIS,documentation, and plan of care correlate to 95%. Documents allservices provided in the clinical record in accordance with Stateand Federal Regulations and Agency policy: a) Documentation,including activities and mileage is exported within 36 hours ofvisit or prior to next scheduled visit. b) Obtains physicianverbal/written orders and complies with all reporting requirements.c) Participates in coordination of care with physicians and withother disciplines as appropriate. Manages work assignment ineffective and efficient manner: a) Visits all new therapeuticclients within 24 hours of referral unless otherwise specified bythe physician. b) Reports any cases to the Supervisor of ClinicalServices where goals cannot be met or at-risk situations exist andrespond appropriately. c) Remains flexible in daily planning,allowing time for emergencies or unexpected visits. d) Maintainsproductivity as established by the Agency. e) Utilizes payersources correctly, reflecting changing levels of care. f) Delegatespatient care responsibilities to Home Care Nurse (LPN) asappropriate. g) Demonstrates an understanding of the principles ofcase management. h) Demonstrates ability to manage cost andquality. Establishes and evaluates the Plan of Care to be delegatedto the Home Health Aide, orients and supervises the Home HealthAide in accordance with

State and Federal Regulations and Agencypolicy:

a) Develops written plan of care for the Home Health Aideand updates this plan as patients condition warrants; plan of caremust be reviewed every 60 days. b) Obtains input from Home HealthAide regarding patient progress. c) Prepares written performanceevaluations of home care aides under his/her supervision. d)Provides supervision of home care aides at a minimum of every 14days or as required by payer source. Develops and maintainssufficient professional skills and credentials to meet the needs ofpatient care: a) Attends a minimum of 12 hours of in-service peryear to include mandated annual in-services. b) Participatesactively in self-appraisal and the formation of a plan ofself-development. c) Adheres to Agency Corporate Compliance Planand HIPAA Privacy Plan as per written agreement. d) Seeksappropriate clinical input to ensure appropriate patient care. e)Projects professional image through attitude and compliance withdress code. f) Capable of precepting new nurses and students. g)Functions as a team member with consideration for all staff. h)Provides Agency with current copy of professional license. Performsother duties as necessary to support Agency programs as assigned bythe Supervisor of Clinical Services. Abides by Agencyweekend/holiday rotation of nurses. May provide back-up for on-callservice. Team assignments may change with or without notice basedon agency needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORTS

Complete theADA questionnaire to identify the working conditions and physicaldemands which relate to the essential functions of the position,and the reasonableness of accommodation that may be requested.

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