RN (S)

About the role

Job Summary: A driven individual will Perform nursing functions in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization, agency and Kinney Homecare. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices and state Nurse Practice Act. He/She will work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team for the best patient/customer outcomes, education, instruction and compliance of patients. The RN delivers care to patients/customers as delegated by the Respiratory Care Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care in the DME setting as defined in the nurse practice act
• Provides exceptional patient communication, education and support.
• Represents Kinney Homecare through professional appearance and attitude
• Responsible for set up and instruction of respiratory equipment such as but not limited to Cpap, Bipap, RADs, Oxygen, Cough Assist, High volume compressors, ventilators and oximeters
• Nurse/Clinician will play an active role in compliance to meet insurance guidelines while promoting a healthy sleep lifestyle.
• Provides follow up phone calls within the required 72 Hr timeframe for respiratory equipment
• The nurse will be a resource to patients when the need arises for troubleshooting equipment.
• Responsible for patient mask fittings/Interface and utilizing the “Mask Warranty Program”
• Responsible for becoming familiar with on-line/Web based programs for downloads, utilizing VirtuOx and processing orders
• Responsible for home set up of equipment if required
• Responsible for participating in an on-call responsibility if required
• Requires use of personal vehicle and a valid driver's license
• Communicates information with staff, referral sources, physician offices, patients and peers on a timely basis, consistent with Agency policy and urgency of the situation and through complete and accurate documentation in Brightree.
• Ensures accuracy, completeness and timeliness of clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by compliance with policies and procedures.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to potentially unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates safe practice and Infection Control in the use of equipment.
• Seeks education/training or assistance with areas of concern. Stays current on LCDs, Medicare billing and dispensing guidelines
• Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs IE: Bridge/DME training in a timely manner or as assigned
• Accepts responsibility for professional nursing role.
• Follows and stays current with applicable state and federal laws and company Policy and Procedures and renewal of his/her license.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job and patient/customer PHI
• Refrains from discussing client or staff identities, conditions, or circumstances in public or with others who do not have a legitimate interest in the person.
• Attends scheduled clinical meetings as required
• Assists in the orientation/training new staff
• May serve as a back up to other employee’s vacations, illness or other periods of time.
• Perform other duties as assigned