Home Health Nurse (RN or LPN)
About the role
Giving Home Health Care supports individuals impacted by health conditions related to work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. The organization provides personalized, in‑home care across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. This position is a 1099 contract opportunity for a compassionate and skilled Nurse (RN or LPN) to administer patient care in accordance with a physician‑established care plan at the patient’s residence. The role offers the chance to build lasting relationships with patients, advocate for their needs, and work one‑on‑one in a mission‑driven, collaborative environment.
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 gastrointestinal 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 designated individuals regarding patient health.
- Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
- Work one‑on‑one in the patient’s home to create 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
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
- Current State or Compact license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- 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 and lift up to 50 lb, moving patients as needed.
- Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
- Dependable transportation and willingness to commute to the patient’s home.
- Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end‑of‑life care.
Schedule
- 9 hours per day, from 6 am to 3 pm.
- Preferred days: Monday – Saturday.
Pay
- LPN: Up to $35 per hour, based on experience.
- RN: Up to $55 per hour, based on experience.
Benefits
Competitive benefits and compensation, a supportive and collaborative culture, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.