Home Health: RN Visit Nurse

RN Visit NurseThe RN Visit Nurse is responsible to plan, organize and direct home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.Position: RN Visit Nurse for Home HealthSalary: $85,000-$87,000/year, depending on experienceService Area: Multiple Cities in a Regional Assignment (plus mileage reimbursement of.70 cents per mile)Schedule: 1.0 FTE, Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, weekend rotation (every 6th weekend)Lifespark is a complete senior health company headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. Since 2004, we've been helping seniors stay healthy, navigate their health care options with confidence, and live fuller, more independent lives as they age. That's where our people come in – from accounting and health technology to front-line nurses, advanced practice professionals, caregivers and everything in between, we are all invested entrepreneurs focused on helping people age magnificently.Lifespark Benefits Include:Annual Reviews/Raises {Shift differentials if applicable}Paid Time Off – Vacation TimeMileage reimbursementMedical, Dental, Vision benefits for Full Time HiresShort-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife Insurances401k + Company Match for full-time and part-time employeesReferral bonusesCareer path to other positions within our growing company!Position Functions & Responsibilities:Completes an initial assessment of client and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es).Regularly re-evaluates client nursing needs.Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as client status and needs change.Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.Develops a care plan, which establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions. Includes the client and the family in the planning process.Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician. Provides direct client care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act.Counsels the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.Provides health care instructions to the client as appropriate per assessment and plan of care.Identifies discharge planning needs as part of the care plan development and implements prior to discharge of the client.Acts as Case Manager when assigned by Clinical Supervisor and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.Lead by example in establishing rapport with clients, clinicians, partners, and the community.Ensure positive/professional communication within the teamCustomer service resolution; escalate concernsPrepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary and at least every 60 days.Communicates with the physician regarding the client's needs and reports any changes in the client's condition; obtains/receives physician's orders as required.Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.Timely completion of all documentation as it relates to the care plan by 10am the next dayUnderstands and complies with all the rules and regulations that govern the responsibilities of a registered nurseCompletes orientation and annual training requirements as assignedParticipates in Lifespark's Event Management process including initiating reports, escalation of events and investigationsPromotes safety in the workplace through real time coaching and participation in safety awareness trainingInstructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care provided every two (2) weeksManages client supplies assuring appropriate DME provider is utilized.Schedules and keeps member appointmentsOrganizes travel efficiently and documents mileage accurately within EMROther duties as assignedQualifications:One to two years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting. One year of home health care experience preferred.Experience in customer service/direct member contact field preferredExperience supervising caregiversGraduate of an accredited school of nursingCurrent Minnesota Nursing LicenseMust pass a MVR check based on Lifespark company policyIn accordance with CMS Vaccine Mandate, candidate must provide proof of Covid-19 Vaccine or submit documentation for exemption