Contract Nurse Needed in Knoxville

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for a little side cash and Don’t want a long-term commitment? Or you could just be looking for something steady but not too demanding? Well then, this could be your opportunity! Check out the information below and apply to learn more about what we can offer you!

Job Description:

Here at Delta Homecare we provide our patients with the ability to remain safely in their home while providing quality care and comfort. This position is ideal for Nurses (RN's & LPNs) that want a change of pace from the hospital or clinical settings and have the flexibility back in their schedule. It is good for someone looking for part time work or for someone looking for work to fit around their schedule at another job and could be great for retired nurses

This is a Contract- 1099 position. It is a part time position that could grow into full time depending on how many clients are in your area or depending on how far you are willing to travel. We offer you a list of clients that would become your regular client list, you would be responsible for keeping all assessments, and all visits up to date per State regulations. There is also more opportunity to earn other cash by accepting new client admission assessments(RN's ONLY). You can choose to add more clients to your list or remove clients. The position is what YOU make it.

Pay is based on a fee schedule, it is not hourly. You will be paid per visit and a trip fee and/or mileage. Mileage is paid for traveling 50+ miles.

Tasks that may be Required:

• Complete visit in client's home
• Monitor for changes in patient condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, indicators of disease progression.
• Take vitals.
• Monitor GI intake and output.
• Provide education and training to patients, family, and home health aide.
• Medication management.
• Other duties are based on patient care plan.
• Must have the ability to care for individuals from basic medical management up to end of life care.

Type of Visits:   Admission Assessments(RN only), Supervisory Visits(every 45 days), Employee Meetings, Skilled Nursing Visits, Employee Comp Assessments, etc

**Delta Homecare offers Extra Opportunities to earn more Money!!

• Nurse Recruiting Referral Program | Tell us about your friends! Refer other RN's or LPN's who would love this same position and you can earn referral bonuses once requirements are met.

• Client Referrals | If you know anyone who needs our services and they meet all requirements to be a part of our program, you can refer them to Delta Homecare. You may be eligible to be paid up to $150 bonus for a client referral(depending on how many hours the client is approved for and once other requirements are met)

Requirements to be considered for this position:

• Is a graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Is currently licensed as a Registered Nurse through the Georgia State Board of Nursing
• Has a least two year's general nursing experience, with current home care, medical, surgical, or critical experience.
• Complies with accepted professional standards and principles.
• Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health.
• Has presented a pre-employment physician's health clearance including a negative TB skin test, current First Aid & CPR certification and other tests as required by the Company's policy.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/ or Company requirements and is in good working order.
• Has excellent references from previous/current employers and/or professional peers.
• Has abilities to work independently, multi-task and meet deadlines.