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Registered Nurse, Home Health
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$81,734 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in coordination with the interdisciplinary team (including physicians, therapists, social workers, and aides).
- Provide direct skilled nursing care, such as wound care, medication management, IV therapy, symptom management (especially pain and comfort in hospice), and patient/caregiver education.
- Offer education and emotional support to patients and their families/caregivers based on individual needs.
- Supervise LPNs/LVNs, home health aides, and other support staff.
- Participate in on-call rotations, admissions, or urgent response as needed (common in hospice roles).
- Coordinate care activities, including visit scheduling and documentation to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitor patient progress, respond to changes in condition, and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure care aligns with agency policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
Qualification:
Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing and currently licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the state of agency operation. One (1) year experience as a RN.Required Certifications and Licensures:
Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the state of agency operation. Must possess and maintain valid CPR certification while employed in a clinical role. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Ability to travel to all business locations.Benefits
- Dental Insurance