Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About the role
Giving Home Health Care supports individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) in Espanola, NM to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan. This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care provided at the patient’s residence. Once accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, allowing caregivers to build lasting relationships with patients for years to come. This patient requires 6 hours of care per month, preferably across two 3-hour visits on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays in the afternoon. You will advocate for patients and work one-on-one to provide the care they need, collaborating with CNAs, HHAs, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians. Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.
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 coordinate 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 their home to provide 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
Minimum Qualifications
- Education, licensing, and certification: 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
Pay
- LPN Hourly Rate: Up to $35 an hour, based on experience
- RN Hourly Rate: Up to $55 an hour, based on experience