At UK King's Daughters, we're not just a healthcare facility — we're a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We're more than just a place to work; we're a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description :

Job Summary Responsible for collecting and analyzing patient data to formulate individualized care plans. Determines progress toward outcomes and coordinates care delivery. Promotes a safe practice environment and advocates mutual respect with patients, families, and healthcare providers. Essential Functions

• Conducts in-home assessments and develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans in partnership with patients, representatives, and caregivers.
• Communicates significant clinical changes or findings to physicians and other healthcare practitioners involved in the plan of care.
• Educates patients and families on disease management, medication administration, and preventative care.
• Monitors vital signs, observes for changes in health condition, and provides wound care as needed.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic and coordinated patient care.
• Maintains accurate and timely medical records and documentation.
• Supervises and instructs home health aides and student nurses as directed.
• Takes on-call responsibilities during evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends on a rotating basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement Associate's degree in nursing Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) is preferred Experience Requirement 0-2 years of experience in nursing, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license, Basic Life Support (BLS) Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) G.

Repetitive motion:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) H.

Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I.

Working in confined spaces:

1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) K.

Job-related travel:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) L.

Loud noises:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) M.

Temperature extremes:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) O.

Radiation:

1. Never P.

Burns:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) Q.

Cuts/Punctures:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) R.

Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) S.

Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:

1. Never T.

Combative/violent people:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds; occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing). Also involves some exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials.

Additional Job Descriptions N/A Department :

Home Health Shift :

Day (United States of America)

Time Type :

Full time

Address :

2000

Ashland Drive City, State :

Ashland, Kentucky