Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Global Homecare Angels Lantana, FL Job Details Per diem 20 hours ago Qualifications RN License Patient assessment Full Job Description

REGISTERED NURSE TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

ADMINISTRATOR

RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS - HIGH DUTIES OF POSITION

Maintains the quality of client care/services in accordance with the Agency's objectives and policies, through planning, coordination, and implementation and evaluation of the home services provided

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Reviews and investigates the clinical content, diagnoses, medical history, medications, fee status, and other procedures from the records of clients Directs staff toward the appropriate use of community resources Appraises staff performance during their probationary period and annually Identifies and evaluates client needs and appropriateness of home care by reviewing the initial intake screening form before assignment of direct care staff Develop the Plan of Care/Service after assessing the client and consulting the client and/or family member/responsible person Review and update Care/Service Plans per policy Participates in community-related functions as necessary Secure physician orders at least every three months for continued care unless there is a pre-ordered period of no more than a year (for Medicaid clients) as applicable Sees clients in the home setting as needed Participates in client record reviews Reviews each schedule for discharges and direct care staff supervisory visits Ensures that all pertinent paperwork is in the client record and is complete. Performs other duties as requested by the Administrator

JOB CONDITIONS

The position is per diem. Primarily at the client's home or place of stay and occasional lifting of medical supplies and charts. On occasion, one may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move client weight up to 250 pounds lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. Travel is required to and from the client's home when an assessment of care/services is scheduled. The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing is required. The ability to access clients' homes that may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required. Hearing, eyesight and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client's condition and to perform client care/services. Must have a smartphone.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Use of multi-line telephone, calculator, and medical nursing equipment, i.e., glucometer, etc. Use of a smartphone and caregiver app.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Has access to all client records which may be discussed with the Administrator, the Executive Director, the Director of Finance, and the Quality Assurance Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Florida Training/experience in the provision of Personal Care Services