Illinois-PRN Home Health Weekend On-Call RN

Job Description: Introduction: At EverTrue, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day. Summary : Provides comprehensive nursing services to individuals and families in the community setting; Places emphasis on meeting the needs of persons in their homes, upon promotion, and maintenance of health, and on early detection and restoration measurers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conducts comprehensive OASIS initial nursing assessments, including physical, emotional, and mental needs Determines eligibility for services related to homebound status and need for skilled services Develops an individualized plan of care in consultation with the patient’s physician and other agency personnel as appropriate Completes review of medications, pain management, risk status Develops and implements the care plan for the patient and family Provides intermittent skilled services, as ordered by the physician, and maintaining the highest quality of care for the patient in the home environment Obtains specimens as ordered by physician, submits to laboratory Participates in team meetings/patient care conferences, communicates with other clinicians involved in care Provides direct nursing care procedures to patients; Updates primary physician when necessary and at least every 60 days Completes OASIS at all points of care as required under PPS Responsible for thorough and complete documentation to ensure continuity of care, professional services, and the maintenance of accurate legal documents Teaches family members, and/or significant others, patient care skills, accurately assess patient’s physical and emotional status, and perform services in compliance with physician orders Participates in on-call duties as defined in the On-Call Policy Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available Instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care provided at least every two (2) weeks Attends in-services and department meetings as required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Current Missouri RN Nursing License in good standing Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Must be CPR BLS (basic life support) certified with the American Red Cross Prior home health experience preferred A minimum of two years nursing experience preferred Ability to provide own transportation Has good clinical judgment, assessment, and communication skills Proficient in computer skills, to complete documentation on laptop Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: The physical activities, demands and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to lift 75lbs, Lift 20lbs from floor to shoulder, and push/pull 35lbs. Must be able to roll resident from prone to supine to sitting. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; squat and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, speech clarity, speech recognition, written expression, and requires sensory abilities. Is subject to the hazards of vehicular travel out in the community that allows for exposure to weather conditions and potential for unsafe environments; Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members; Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary; Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions; Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions an to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local standards. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards. EverTrue Pay & Benefits Pay grade: 14, $31.05/hour to $49.75/hour. Eligible for shift differentials: Yes. $3.00/hour evenings; $2.50/hour nights; $2.50/hour weekends (States of IL & MO; May vary in other states) For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below. All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support. Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay. Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance. Additional Information: N/A #J-18808-Ljbffr Lutheran Senior Services