Home Health On Call Nurse (Weekend 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 our home health patients throughout Bergen and Essex Counties during weekend on-call 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 Bergen and Essex Counties.
• Assess patients' physical and clinical status and identify changes requiring intervention or escalation.
• Regularly re-evaluate patients' nursing needs and use assessment findings to determine appropriate care plan interventions.
• Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with physician orders and the patient's individualized plan of care.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, applicable federal and state regulations, and Ascend Home Health policies.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the physician, clinical supervisor, and other appropriate members of the care team.
• Carefully 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.
• 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 Bergen and Essex Counties to provide patient care as needed during scheduled on-call hours.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Previous home health experience required.
• Previous on-call or field nursing experience preferred.
• Excellent clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent documentation skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Must be available to travel throughout Bergen and Essex Counties.
• Must be available for the assigned Friday 5:00 PM – Monday 8:30 AM on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.

Skills

• Excellent clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent documentation skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

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

Friday 5:00 PM – Monday 8:30 AM