Travel Home Health Nurse Registered Nurse (Float RN)

Home Health NurseSupervises patient care provided by the Home Health Aide and Licensed Practical NurseEducation And ExperienceSuccessful completion of nursing education from an approved school of nursing. Current RN licensure in the state in which the branch is located, at least one year of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or long-term setting, and home health experience required. Must also be knowledgeable in OASIS documentation.Required Knowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesCurrent knowledge of fundamental medical-surgical nursing principles and practice. Must possess excellent clinical nursing skills. Must be knowledgeable of principles of adult learning. Must be knowledgeable of accepted standards of medical record keeping. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must be able to use a computer and have a working knowledge of a variety of computer applications. Must possess high-level problem solving, critical thinking, and reasoning skills for use in patient care planning and problem resolution.Physical RequirementsMust be able to stoop or kneel, bend, lift (at least 50 lbs.), push, reach with hands/arm, and smell when providing patient care. Must be able to use hands to write or type. Must be able to move from a vehicle to a patient's residence with supplies and/or equipment. Must be able to walk up stairs in patient residences. Must be CPR certified. Potential for exposure to blood and body fluids, sharps, and infectious disease. May be exposed to dangerous animals and traffic hazards while home visiting. May encounter patients and other situations that present a potential threat to personal safety. Must be able to drive a motor vehicle. May encounter temperature change and weather extremes.Working Environment:Direct Patient Care – 70%; Travel – 25%; Office – 5%.Essential Job FunctionsProvides professional nursing services in accordance with the plan of care.Actively participates in the interdisciplinary care planning process.Promotes favorable outcomes through collaborative practice patterns and the appropriate and cost-effective use of resources.Documents accurately, thoroughly and concisely to demonstrate evidence of appropriately delivered home health services; to facilitate interdisciplinary coordination of services; to justify reimbursement; to decrease the risk of legal liability; to demonstrate compliance with applicable licensure, certification, and accreditation requirements; and to provide a data base for quality improvement activities.Demonstrates positive and effective interpersonal relationships.Demonstrates personal accountability for accomplishing work assignments and for professional growth.