Home Care Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is looking to hire a full-time Home Care Registered Nurse (RN) in Bennington County. This home health nursing care position earns a competitive wage and offers up to a $10,000 sign on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and create and implement their plan of care.
• Serve as a case manager for assigned patients in accordance with evidence-based practices, state and federal regulations, and company policies.
• Actively manage the patient's treatment and needs.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the effective integration of information.
• Ensure infection control standards are maintained and stay educated on high-tech skills, including IV use and maintenance, wound VAC, and complex wound care.
• Carry out visits with patients in a timely manner and educate patients and caregivers on health matters.
• Coordinate with physicians, providers, team members, and vendors to fulfill the recommended plan of care.
• Assist with patient discharges or transfers and complete all required paperwork and reports.
• When on call, be responsible for home care and hospice patients.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• 2+ years of nursing experience preferred.
• Self-direction and initiative; ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Experience with electronic medical records required.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including rotational weekends, holidays, and on call for both hospice and home care patients.
• Exceptional bedside manner and communication skills.
• Compassionate and friendly demeanor.
• Valid Vermont Driver's License and car insurance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Flexible schedule.
• Continuing education tuition assistance.
• CEU work courses.

About VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region

Based in Vermont, VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is one of the largest non-profit home health and hospice care agencies, delivering advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages. Our mission is to provide the best care for every person and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare. We strive to give customized care to individuals with chronic diseases and conditions as well as those who need short-term care. We have been recognized as one of the nation's top 100 performing home health agencies by HomeCare Elite.