RN - Registered Nurse Weekends (Home Health)

Great New Career Opportunity in Home Health!
Now Hiring - RN On-Call Nurse - Bergen & Essex Counties, NJ
Ascend Home Health is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) On-Call Nurse to provide skilled nursing support to our home health patients throughout Bergen and Essex Counties during weekend on-call hours.

The RN On-Call Nurse is responsible for responding to patient and caregiver needs during assigned on-call hours, completing skilled nursing home visits when necessary, assessing changes in patient condition, and coordinating care with physicians and other members of the healthcare team.

Assume responsibility for assigned patient visits and the on-call schedule, including the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Complete skilled nursing home visits as needed throughout Bergen and Essex Counties .

Complete patient assessments to determine ongoing home health and skilled nursing needs.

Regularly re-evaluate patients' nursing needs and use assessment findings to determine appropriate care plan interventions.

Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with physician orders and the patient's individualized plan of care.

Perform skilled nursing procedures and treatments within the RN's scope of practice.

Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, applicable federal and state regulations, and Ascend Home Health policies.

Communicate changes in patient condition to the physician, clinical supervisor, and other appropriate members of the care team.

Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.

Provide patient and caregiver education regarding medications, treatments, disease management, safety, and the established plan of care.

Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation at the point of service in accordance with agency policies and applicable Medicare and regulatory requirements.

Identify patient needs for additional services, medical equipment, supplies, or other resources and coordinate appropriately.

Participate in on-call responsibilities in accordance with Ascend Home Health policies and procedures.

Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and all applicable regulatory requirements.

Travel locally throughout Bergen and Essex Counties to provide patient care as needed during scheduled on-call hours.

Associate Degree in Nursing required.

Current and unrestricted New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license required.

Previous home health experience required .

Previous on-call or field nursing experience preferred.

Must be available to travel throughout Bergen and Essex Counties .

About Ascend Home Health
Ascend Home Health is part of the Ascend family of healthcare companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the healthcare community. We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products, and services.

We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees.

Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan

Mileage Reimbursement

We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Ascend Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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