Registered Nurse

Pathways Healthcare is a leading, physician- and nurse practitioner-led home health and hospice organization, committed to redefining recovery through comprehensive, patient-centered care. Our innovative Medical Rehabilitation Program offers a meaningful alternative to institutional rehab, helping people heal at home, with dignity and purpose. Responsibilities: Assess and evaluate patient’s status by: Writing and initiating plan of care. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary. Develop a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiate appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. Complete, maintain and submit accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Record pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicate with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and report changes in the patient’s condition; obtain/receive physicians’ orders as required. Provide and maintain a safe environment for the patient. Attend interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties: Participate in on-call duties. Ensure that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. Supervise ancillary personnel and delegate responsibilities when required. Assume responsibility for personal growth and development and maintain and upgrade professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. Fulfill the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. Actively participate in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. Qualifications: 2+ years’ nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics is desirable. Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution and an active nursing license in Virginia. Proficient with electronic medical records. Excellent bedside manner and communication skills. Working knowledge of health care laws and regulations. Maintain current BLS CPR certification. Possess a valid driver’s license and own a reliable, insured vehicle. Benefits & Compensation: Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, PPO Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Flexible Spending Account. Flexible schedule to promote work-life balance. Opportunities for leadership development and professional growth. Consistent day-shift hours and work schedule. Main Office location: Springfield, Virginia Service Area: Reston, Centreville and Surrounding Areas Job Type: Full Time #J-18808-Ljbffr