Low Acuity Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN) - Part-Time

4w4 weeks ago

Giving Home Health Care

Laguna, US · Full-time · $45,000 – $65,000

About this role

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Laguna, NM to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan.

This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. You’ll get to advocate for the patients and work one-on-one to provide them with the care that they need, with a schedule of 12 hours a week, Monday through Friday.

You will collaborate with CNA’s, HHA’s, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians to ensure comprehensive, personalized care. Once patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with their patients for years to come.

As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across multiple states and are committed to creating a supportive, collaborative culture. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.
Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
TB test and physical examination.
Maintain required insurance.
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home.
Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care.

Responsibilities

Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record.
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
Conduct patient assessments and coordination of care.
Monitor vitals, GI intake and output, and assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.

Benefits

Build lasting relationships with patients through a program with no expiration for care.
Work one-on-one with patients in their home for a comfortable environment.
Supportive, collaborative culture with a mission-driven team.
Flexible schedule with 12 hours per week, Monday through Friday.