Homecare Nurse

Homecare Nurse
Job Overview

RNs and LPNs are responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care and reporting to Case Managers and/or Clinical Nurse Supervisor. In collaboration with the MGA personnel, the nurse will render skilled nursing care in accordance with the care developed for each individual patient and in accordance with the Physician's orders.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs specific treatments and medication administration as per care plan
• Functions as a team member demonstrating collaboration with and responsibility to the patient, Physician, and health care team.
• Identifies issues of concern and demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• All clinical documentation must be completed accurately and submitted timely per agency policy/guidelines.
• Reports on time and as scheduled to complete work within the designated time.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook

Requirements

• Hold a valid/unencumbered verification/license to practice the job as described in the state where services are provided.
• Reliable transportation.
• Provide a copy of current TB results or Chest x-ray.
• Provide a copy of CPR certification as per agency policy.
• Be flexible, organized and have the ability to exercise independent and sound judgment to perform the job duties/responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly sit, stand, stop, bend, kneel, walk, balance, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms, and perform other physical activities as deemed necessary by job duties.
• Vision and Hearing capabilities within normal limits, with or without aid.
• Ability to frequently lift and or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift or move 100 pounds or more if applicable.
• Ability to perform the anticipated level of physical assistance required to provide safe client care. If the anticipated level of assistance exceeds what the employee can safely provide, the supervisor is to be notified immediately.

Additional Job Description Information

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EEO Statement:

MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.