Home Health On Call Nurse (Weekdays RN)

About the role

Ascend Home Health is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) On-Call Nurse to provide skilled nursing support to patients throughout Essex and Bergen Counties during evening and overnight hours.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for assigned patient visits and the on-call schedule, including the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.
• Respond to patient and caregiver calls during assigned on-call hours and determine the appropriate clinical intervention.
• Complete skilled nursing home visits as needed throughout the assigned territory.
• Assess patients' physical and clinical status and identify changes requiring intervention or escalation.
• Regularly re-evaluate patients' nursing and home health needs.
• Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with physician orders and the patient's individualized plan of care.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the physician, clinical supervisor, and other appropriate members of the care team.
• Career development opportunities.
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding medications, treatments, disease management, safety, and the established plan of care.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, applicable federal and state regulations, and Ascend Home Health policies.
• Perform skilled nursing procedures and treatments within the RN's scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation at the point of service in accordance with agency policies and applicable Medicare and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain regular communication with the direct supervisor regarding assignments, patient concerns, changes in condition, and other clinical matters.
• Identify patient needs for additional services, medical equipment, supplies, or other resources and coordinate appropriately.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities in accordance with Ascend Home Health policies and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Travel locally throughout Essex and Bergen Counties to provide patient care as needed during assigned on-call hours.

Requirements

• Must have a State Certified RN license.
• Experience in either Hospice or home health care, REQUIRED.
• Must have excellent documentation skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license & reliable transportation.
• Must be available to travel locally within assigned territory.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing.

Skills

• Excellent documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid driver's license & reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Competitive Salaries.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Mileage Reimbursement.
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career.
• And More!

Pay

Competitive Salaries.

Schedule

Monday–Thursday, 5:00 PM–8:30 AM.