Nursing - Home Health

Job Title: Home Health Location: Bangor, Maine Schedule: 7:00AM - 7:00PM x 3 Term: 13-week assignment with the potential for extension Pay Rate : $72 - $77/hr Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a Home Health for a temporary assignment in Bangor, Maine. These positions are 13-week contracts with the ability to extend. Responsibilities for a Home Health: Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations Ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times Assume the duties of the Director of Nursing in his/her absence as directed Develop, revise, and implement Nursing Department standards, policies, and procedures for all patient/resident populations Assure patient/resident rights by directing and/or providing care which considers each patient's/resident's value and belief system Function as a patient/resident advocate, providing information and assuring confidentiality of records Assist DNS in preparing and directing staff nurses to recognize potential problems, mobilize resources, and take appropriate action Direct staff in responding to complex patient/resident care priorities Act as a role model and facilitator for Nursing Department collaboration with the interdisciplinary team Ensure and maintain the competencies of the nursing staff Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to provide safe care to patients/residents Clarify nursing protocols and procedures with physicians and department heads Ensure the safe administration of medications per protocols in conjunction with the pharmacy Collaborate with DNS, Admissions Director, Case Manager, and Medical Director on infection control issues, nursing care requirements, and psychosocial, behavioral, spiritual, and cultural issues Attend required committee meetings and in-services including Fire Safety, General Facility/Unit Safety Training, QA Meetings, Infection Control, Disaster, Patient/Resident Rights, Patient/Resident Abuse Law, and Hazardous Communications Maintain current Registered Nurse License, CPR certification, and IV Certification Ensure procedures for Standard Precautions are followed Ensure and maintain a safe therapeutic environment for patients/residents and families Assure implementation and integration of quality improvement activities and implement corrective action when needed Monitor the quality of all aspects of the medical record through open and closed chart reviews Identify specific aspects of care for quality improvement monitoring and participate in data collection activities Serve on and participate in various committees including Infection Control, Pharmacy, Medical Staff, and Quality Improvement Act as consultant and/or participate in the development of interdisciplinary patient/resident education teaching plans Advise and/or assist staff in developing teaching plans for patients/residents with complex needs Participate in facility orientation programs and assist in identifying staff learning needs Develop and implement educational programs for staff Serve as a resource consultant, role model, and facilitator for staff utilizing advanced nursing expertise Orient management staff as needed Provide opportunities for student affiliations and collaborate with nursing faculty to evaluate and facilitate student placements Act as a preceptor for students as appropriate Take responsibility for own educational needs and sharing appropriate information with staff Cultivate a network of contacts within the healthcare community to promote continuity of care Evaluate or participate in the evaluation of clinical competency of personnel and make recommendations to improve quality of care Direct nursing personnel in emergency situations Evaluate the provision of support services and make recommendations to improve quality of care Complete employee performance appraisals and recommend/take corrective action as appropriate Establish on-call schedule and work weekends/holidays as needed Assume responsibility for narcotics and controlled drugs Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Relay information concerning a patient's/resident's condition accurately and effectively Benefits for a Home Health: Weekly pay every Friday Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Pet Insurance 401K Retirement Plan (matching) Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team Referral Bonus up to $1,500 Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job. #J-18808-Ljbffr