Home Health Field Registered Nurse (RN)

Field Registered Nurse (Entry‑Level) Coverage Area: Petaluma Area. All positions require in‑field patient visits to homes. Responsibilities Providing hands‑on patient care, including PICC lines, wound vacs & care, kangaroo & feeding pumps, management of NG, G, and J tubes, staple & suture removal, drains such as JP, biliary, nephrostomy, Foley/suprapubic catheters (insertion, removal, and troubleshooting), PleurX drainage system, trach care, blood draws, ostomy management, SQ and IM injections, IV antibiotic/TPN administration, and compression wraps. Providing direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act. Implementing a plan of care initiated and directed by the Case Management Registered Nurse. Providing accurate and timely documentation within 24‑48 hours consistent with the plan of care. Assessing and providing patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care. Assisting the registered nurse in performing skilled nursing procedures, preparing equipment, and teaching self‑care techniques. Participating in coordination of home‑health services, reporting identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST) to the Case Management RN or other disciplines. Using equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Participating in personal and professional growth and development. Performing other duties as assigned by the Case Management Registered Nurse. Retrieving communication on assigned patients and using information received to establish priorities of care. Giving a timely and pertinent report to the Case Manager. Recording pertinent and concise information reflecting the patient’s needs, problems, capabilities, limitations, and response to nursing interventions. Recording any incident that has a bearing on the patient. Reporting pertinent information timely to the Case Management Registered Nurse and to the provider. Attending weekly Case Conferences to coordinate and communicate information regarding patient care and treatment. Ensuring patient privacy in maintaining medical records and when providing care. Maintaining professionalism and seeking opportunities to enhance knowledge of clinical skills. Maintaining productivity standards as directed by the Case Management Registered Nurse. Completing and reviewing Start of Care assessments, documentation, and plans of care with the Case Manager as needed. Participating in on‑call duties as required by weekend rotation. Qualifications One year of recent nursing experience (experience may be waived for internal candidates and/or new‑grad posting). Preferably one year of home‑health care experience. Experience with high‑acuity patients is a plus. Experience working with an interdisciplinary team is highly desired. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree). Current California Registered Nurse License (RN). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Card. Valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record. All licenses and certifications must be current at time of hire and sustained throughout employment. Self‑directed, critical thinker, outstanding interpersonal skills, organized, computer literate, excellent observation, verbal, and written communication skills, problem‑solving skills, basic math skills, and nursing skills per competency checklist. Must maintain current compliance training and certifications annually. 21st Century Home Health Services is an equal‑opportunity employer. All decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The company prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. #J-18808-Ljbffr 21Hhs