7500.00 sign on Bonus Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse (RN/LPN)

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. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

About the role

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Shiprock, 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. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is available; half at 90 days and the second half at 180 days, contingent on fulfilling 36 hours weekly or three 12-hour shifts.

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, coordination of care
• Perform various activities associated with daily living
• Monitor vitals and GI intake and output
• 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
• Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide
• Work with patients one-on-one in the patient’s home to provide for a comfortable environment
• Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants
• Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs

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
• Good interpersonal skills
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients
• Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting
• Ability to assist with two-person assist

Skills

• Flexible scheduling (most schedules are worked out between the nurse and the patient)
• Work/life balance
• Option to start quickly
• Competitive pay
• Some work-related expenses are tax write-offs
• Mileage reimbursement

Pay

The pay range is $50–$55 per hour.

Schedule

20 hours weekly are available.