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.