Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment & Care Planning: Conducts initial and ongoing head-to-toe assessments, develops individualized care plans, and makes necessary revisions.
- Skilled Nursing Care: Administers medications, performs wound care, manages IVs, monitors vital signs, and provides treatments.
- Patient & Family Education: Teaches patients and caregivers how to manage conditions, understand medications, and perform self-care.
- Coordination: Communicates with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers for holistic patient care.
- Documentation: Maintains accurate records of assessments, care provided, and patient progress, often using web-based charting systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Licensure: A current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice is mandatory.
- Education: Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), though a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is often preferred.
- Clinical Experience: Most agencies require at least 12 years of experience in acute care or surgical settings.
- Soft Skills: High levels of autonomy, critical thinking, and communication are essential for working independently in diverse home environments.
- Technology Proficiency: Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems (e.g., Kinnser, HomeCare HomeBase) is standard for mobile documentation.
Work Environment & Benefits:
- Logistics: A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation are typically required for travel between patient sites.
- Setting: Variable home environments that may include pets, stairs, and differing socioeconomic conditions.
- Autonomy: Greater independence in managing daily schedules compared to traditional hospital shift work.
Home Health RNs enable patients to receive quality care in the comfort of their own homes, promoting independence, reducing hospital readmissions, and improving overall quality of life for those who can't easily access traditional healthcare settings.
About Us:
MedicalOne Health LLC has been serving the Antioch community for over a decade, providing high-quality home health services with compassion and dedication. Our patients love us for our personalized care, and our employees appreciate a supportive work environment that encourages growth and teamwork.