Description
As a professional member of a patient's treatment team, you will provide skilled nursing visits in the patient's home under the direction of a plan of treatment established with a physician and input from the patient/caregiver.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of client needs using OASIS data elements
- Formulate and implement plans of care with input from patients, caregivers, and physicians
- Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and make necessary adjustments
- Ensure emotional and physical comfort and safety of clients, considering their rights and cultural backgrounds
- Receive and transcribe physician orders
- Notify physicians and agency supervisors of unusual reactions or changes in client conditions
- Document observations and treatments according to agency policies
- Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and performance improvement activities
- Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses and Home Health Aides as assigned
- Provide skilled nursing services as trained and prescribed under the plan of care
- Submit monthly summaries of skilled services and client outcomes to physicians and agency supervisors
Requirements:
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing
- Current licensure in the State of Texas
- At least one year of current experience in a healthcare community, with home health experience preferred
- Excellent verbal communication skills
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel and accident insurance
Scheduled weekly hours: 1 Pay range: $77,200 - $106,200 per year