Registered Nurse - Part Time - Saginaw

Company: The Care Team
Location: Saginaw
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

The Care Team The care you deserve and the support you need. Come join our growing team! The Care Team Home Health is looking for a Part-Time Nurse to care for patients in Saginaw, MI, and surrounding areas. Must be available to work during the hours of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday (not all days). We specialize in providing Home Care in the home and facilities. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply today. A member of the recruiting team will be in contact with you to discuss this opportunity in more detail. At the Care Team we offer: Engaging Company Culture Competitive Compensation 401k with company match Growth from within through training, supportive leadership, and collaboration with the best of the best in your field Independence, Autonomy, and Flexibility! Innovation and industry-leading systems and technology In this role as a Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in the lives of patients by helping them improve their overall help in utilizing a holistic approach. The Home Health Registered Nurse will provide individualized, one-on-one care to patients within a home-based setting. This includes the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized patient care plans. The RN will help to educate patients and their families on how to follow their care plans as well as provide nursing care to patients. In this position, you will act as an advocate for patient welfare, and serve as a liaison between patients, their families, and healthcare providers. Nurses that thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy a balance of independence, mixed with a collaborative team-based approached to care, are highly encouraged to inquire. KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: RN (Registered Nurse) complete initial and ongoing comprehensive assessments of patients needs RN (Registered Nurse) develop, implement and evaluate patients plan of care RN (Registered Nurse) collect accurate OASIS data at time appropriate periods. RN (Registered Nurse) verbalize and demonstrate an understanding of the medication reconciliation process. RN (Registered Nurse) provide appropriate documentation of follow-up with the patients physician to resolve any medication discrepancies and/or report significant findings. RN (Registered Nurse) assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. RN (Registered Nurse) provide patient with the required written information: Visit schedule, including frequency of visits; patient medication schedule/instructions; which medications will be administered by the nurse; any treatments; any other pertinent instruction/s; and any new orders/treatments with date. RN (Registered Nurse) document wound measurements with each comprehensive assessment and weekly thereafter. RN (Registered Nurse) perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety, quality and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. RN (Registered Nurse) initiate needed referrals to other disciplines and/or community resources. RN (Registered Nurse) notify the physician with changes in the patients status, orders obtained are documented as well as any follow-up RN (Registered Nurse) coordinate care among all disciplines assigned to the patient, including the home health aide, to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, patient progress, plans for continued care, new problems, discharge planning, etc. Promote patient/family education using various verbal and written communication techniques that consider the patients/familys cultural, ethnic and/or personal needs or preferences. Supervise Home Health Aides Monitor and evaluate LPNs performance in the provision of services, provision of treatments, patient education, communication with the RN, and data collection regarding the patients status and health needs as delegated by the RN. Perform admission assessments Participate in agency mandated activities, i.e., in-services, Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI); staff meetings. RequirementsRN License (Required) Driver's License (Required) Nursing: 1 year (Preferred) Home Health: 1 year (Preferred) EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred) Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills; nursing skills per competency checklist Ability to organize and prioritize workload independently Regulatory Requirements Valid RN License TB testing per Agency policy Valid state drivers license and reliable automobile Proof of current automobile insurance

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