Registered Nurse
We are looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to coordinate and administer exceptional, compassionate home care to our clients in the Leominster area.
Summary:
The RN is responsible for evaluating prospective clients and determining their eligibility; developing detailed client Care Plans; managing Care Aides; providing skilled, in-home medical care; and coordinating visits from other care providers as well as hospital admissions.
Reports to:
Agency Manager/Administrator
Responsibilities:
- Assess each client’s home environment and needs and determine eligibility
- Develop detailed, complete Care Plans and initiate Nursing or Aide’s Care Plan and/or Homemaker/Companion Service Plan
- Coordinate client care, making sure Care Plans are properly implemented
- Lead care team and supervise Care Aides in the home; attend/lead staff meetings
- Assist with training of Care Aides, including in-service training programs
- Arrange in-home visits and hospital admissions; make referrals to other agencies or services as needed
- Provide services based on physician’s orders, such as urinary catheter insertion and care, venipuncture and administration of IV fluids or medications, and dressing changes
- Administer medications and monitor clients’ progress
- Teach, counsel and instruct clients and their families in appropriate home care knowledge and skills
- Regularly evaluate the effects of care provided and assess client’s needs, revising Care Plan as necessary
- Maintain clinical records, prepare clinical and progress notes on specialized nursing services, and report any changes in condition or deviations from Care Plan to the client’s physician
- Complete paperwork associated with all Care Plans in accordance with Agency policies and Federal/State law
- Interact with other disciplines as needed
Qualifications/Prerequisites:
- Degree from an accredited school of professional nursing, and current RN license through the State Board of Nursing
- Minimum one year’s nursing experience, preferably including home care
- Strong physical stamina and mental health, as demonstrated by pre-employment health clearance
- Driver’s license and clear driving record
- A vehicle in good working order and insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements
- Excellent writing and charting skills
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen