Registered Nurse - Home Health and Hospice

Overview It‘s more than a career, it‘s a calling. IL-SSM Health at Home Mount Vernon. Worker Type Regular Job Highlights If you are looking for a nursing job that offers the autonomy to schedule your patient visits according to what works best with your schedule and also value 1:1 care to your patients, then Home Health is the position for you! As a Home Health RN, you will not only collaborate with the team on treatment plans for the patient but also be able to think creatively on the resources provided in their home, provide education to your patients and their families and learn ways to adapt care and adjust treatment plans for patients’ evolving needs. Territories Covered Clinton, Washington, Perry, Marion, Jefferson, Franklin, Wayne, Hamilton and Edwards Counties in Illinois. Pay Range $32.77 - $52.43 hourly. Job Summary Coordinates, facilitates and performs interdisciplinary plan of care through assessment and evaluation of patient condition and effectiveness of care under the direction of the attending physician by traveling to patient homes, community-based residential facilities, assisted-living locations, hospitals or other places to meet patient and family/caregivers, assess patient care needs, acuity in relation to policies, procedures and regulations of home care and/or hospice services. Responsibility Assesses and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. May perform point-of-care testing according to policies and procedures. Collaborates, consults and communicates with physician regarding the plan of care and changes to patient status; provides physician with regular updates on progress and recommends revision of plan of care, documents status and communication in adherence with regulations. Coordinates and communicates with multidisciplinary team members and outside agencies as appropriate to achieve expected outcomes for patient care and education through end of life or discharge, ensuring accurate and complete documentation and coordination of a unique care plan. Completes admission paperwork and verifies insurance information. Completes a comprehensive medical assessment by entering data into the clinical computer program and ensures that assessment is completed in a timely manner. Provides skilled nursing care within the established plan of care, including performance of tasks such as taking vitals, performing wound care, IV care, ostomy care, blood draws, injections, and the physical assessment of the overall patient’s medical condition. Documents visit notes, treatments, and care; follows visit pattern according to physician orders and ensures required visits are completed in a timely manner; ensures all documentation is timely, accurate and complete in adherence to regulations. Collaborates with the patient, patient’s family and healthcare team to develop a comprehensive plan of care based on the unique needs of the patient; responds to calls from patients, family members and others, completing follow-up to address needs, issues or concerns. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. Experience No experience required. Additional Requirements Proof of motor vehicle liability insurance that meets minimum state requirements upon hire and upon request. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot-leg and hand-arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent driving. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot-leg and hand-arm movements. Rare crawling and running. Required Professional License and/or Certifications State of Work Location: Illinois – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR); Driver License – State Issued. State of Work Location: Missouri – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State or Registered Nurse (RN) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration; Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR); Driver License – State Issued. State of Work Location: Oklahoma – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State or Registered Nurse (RN) – Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN); Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR); Driver License – State Issued. State of Work Location: Wisconsin – Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State or Registered Nurse (RN) – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services; Driving Record – Motor Vehicle Report (MVR); Driver License – State Issued. Shift Day Shift (United States of America). Job Type Employee. Department 2906000218 Home Care – Mt. Vernon. Weekly Hours 32 scheduled weekly hours. Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid parental leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible payment options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay gives eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront tuition coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr