Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and Compassionate RN to join our team on a per-diem basis. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in the Caribou and surrounding area. The Long-Term Care RN provides monthly assessment and supervision of care to clients of Aroostook Home Health Services.

Essential Functions:

I. Conduct a general health assessment - conduct direct/indirect visits.

• Conduct assessment and review and update the plan of care to accommodate client's needs.
• Check medications and review side effects.
• Fill medication boxes
• Administer flu shots, allergy shots and other injections if necessary.
• Perform venipuncture per physician's order, and collection of lab specimens as ordered.
• Trim fingernails and toenails if client or primary caregiver is unable to do so.

1. Conduct visits to assess quality of care provided to clients.

• Discuss with staff any problems involving the client.
• Admit clients as directed.
• Complete 485's as required.

2. Monitor compliance with AHHS' safety policies and procedures.

• Verify that Risk Assessment Profile addresses all safety issues.
• Verify the necessary safety equipment is available and being used appropriately.
• Update the Risk Assessment Profile and address new issues with staff per agency policy.

3. Monitor compliance with all AHHS policies and procedures, licensing regulations and funding source requirements.

• Ensure staff complies with Plans of Care.
• Ensure Plan of Care complies with service authorizations.
• Enforce policies and procedures with staff/clients.

4. Carry out/ maintain compliance with AHHS policies and procedures.

• Follow universal precautions when providing client care
• Complete required and appropriate records and reports
• Maintain confidentiality
• Utilize the Electronic Visit Verification to log client visits and completed tasks

Benefits:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Earned Benefit Time (EBT)
• Paid Mileage
• More

Location:

Caribou, Maine

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with a valid Maine State license in good standing.
• Has ability to relate well with the public, colleagues and other professional agencies.
• Able to work alone in home situations, use good judgements and demonstrate decision making skills in critical or emergency situations.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to client's homes on assignments. Vehicle must be insured as per policy.

Other Responsibilities:

Will assume other responsibilities deemed necessary and in the best interest of the organization as requested by the Executive Director.