Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health
Parx Home Health Care · Fort Pierce, FL · 3 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
About the role
Parx Home Health Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, coordinated care to patients in their homes and communities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in home health care, an understanding of state and federal regulations, and a passion for helping patients live their best lives.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status, including physical, emotional, and social factors
- Develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals
- Provide patient education and support to promote self-management and prevent complications
- Coordinate care with other healthcare providers, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to ensure continuity of care
- Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by the physician or authorized healthcare provider
- Document all patient care activities and communicate patient status and progress to the healthcare team
- Participate in quality improvement activities and initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction
- Maintain professional knowledge and skills by attending continuing education programs and staying up to date with the latest developments in the field
- Provide emotional support and compassionate care to patients and their families
- Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards of nursing practice
Requirements
- Current and unrestricted RN license in the state of Florida
- Strong clinical skills and ability to perform evidence-based nursing practices
- 1-3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in home health, hospice, or community health
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers
- Physical exam and two-step TB test or chest X-ray (no older than 6 months)
- Yearly mandatory in-service training
- Proficient in using electronic health records and other healthcare technologies
- Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation (auto insurance must also be presented)
- CPR certification (original card required)
- Level 2 criminal background check