Home Health Nurse RN - Gladwin

Summary May be eligible for sign on bonus up to $7,500. Gladwin Location. The Staff Registered Nurse provides professional and comprehensive nursing care within the scope of agency services. The target patient/client population for this position are those requiring skilled clinical home care services. Activities of this position are patient/client focused and utilize the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation in accordance with nursing practice standards, physician orders, and agency policies and procedures. Responsibilities Regularly assess patient(s)/client(s) needs and provide skilled nursing services as prescribed by the physician authorized plan of care and accepted standards of nursing practice. Initiate plan of care for assigned patients/clients and revise and adapt as necessary. Provide nursing care (or arrange for services through specialized staff) through ongoing visits to a group of patients/clients, sharing the patient/client case load. Coordinate patient/client care by evaluating outcomes and providing ongoing feedback to others involved in care relative to patient status and changes needed on patient care plan. Coordinate care provided by Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Home Health Aides and supervise LPN as needed. Notify physician of changes in patient/client condition and care needs and obtain new orders as needed. Other Duties and Responsibilities Function as case manager for assigned caseload if assigned. Implement preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures and utilize community and agency resources for optimum patient/client care. Utilize Agency documentation system to record services provided according to agency, professional, and program standards. Assist in maintenance of patient/client records. Provide patients/clients/caregivers/physicians with the necessary information to promote informed decision making leading to the achievement of optimal level of independence and as required by regulatory agencies. Establish a Home Health Aide care plan and supervise the Home Health Aide according to Agency guidelines. May make joint visits with other disciplines to assure consistency of care. Function as part of multi-disciplinary team in coordinating care including planning for discharge. Act as a preceptor to provide educational visit opportunities for students and will participate in orientation of new staff as assigned. Participate in Agency, community and/or home health organization activities as assigned appropriate. Participate in staff meetings, in-service education programs, and other opportunities for learning. Comply with documentation requirements for employee personnel and activity records as defined in Agency policy. Carry out work according to Agency policies and procedures in such a manner as to appropriately reflect Agency standards for timeliness, accuracy, and productivity. Maintain confidentiality of patient/client and Agency information. Adhere to the Agency standards related to personal appearance and behavior. Participate in weekend and holiday rotations and on-call duties as identified in personnel policies. Participate in Agency performance improvement process. Assist in Agency community education activities as requested. MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health. Participation in patient coordination of care. Ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of patients. Development and evaluation of the plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and the caregiver. Provide services that are ordered by the physician as indicated on the plan of care. Conduct patient, caregiver, and family counseling and education. Prepare clinical notes in a timely manner. Communicate with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners related to the current plan on care. Participate in the organization’s quality assessment and performance improvement program. Participate in organization-sponsored in-service training. Other duties as assigned. Certifications and Licensures BLS: Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience within 1 month of hire or transfer. Drivers License. Vehicle Insurance. Fingerprinting (MI). Team Advanced: Techniques for Effective Aggression Management Equivalent Experience within 6 months of hire or transfer. Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification. Required Education Associates Degree. Education Specialization NRG. Experience, Training and Skills Able to function as part of a team. One year of direct patient care experience is preferred. Successful completion of Agency orientation and competency programs. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing and able to understand the English language. Ability to adapt to frequent changes. Ability to recognize needs and concerns of people and maintain constructive interpersonal relationships. Ability to work independently, demonstrating problem solving and organizational skills. Ability to drive under hazardous road conditions. Ability to work where employee may be exposed to communicable diseases in unpredictable home situations. Physical/Mental Requirements and Typical Working Conditions Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as trauma, grief and death. Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for the position. Can move freely around facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined. Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit, stand, walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, maintain regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake. Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis. Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs., and constantly (67-100% of the workday) 10 lbs. #J-18808-Ljbffr