Benefits:

401(k) matching

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Vision insurance

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and documenting skilled nursing care for an assigned caseload of home health patients. Utilizing physician orders, clinical judgment, and professional nursing skills, the Home Health RN, in collaboration with the Case Manager, develops and implements individualized care plans that address each patient’s specific needs while ensuring compliance with accrediting organization standards, Federal and State regulations, reimbursement guidelines, and agency policies and procedures.

The Home Health RN provides comprehensive skilled nursing services, including patient assessments, medication management, disease management, wound care management, patient education, and coordination of care with the interdisciplinary team. Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities to promote continuous improvement in patient outcomes and quality of care.

Duties:

Performing initial evaluation visits, including OASIS Start of Care (SOC) assessments

Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and regularly re-evaluating nursing needs

Developing, initiating, and revising individualized plans of care based on patient needs and physician orders

Providing skilled nursing services requiring substantial and specialized nursing judgment

Performing wound assessments, wound care treatments, and monitoring patient progress according to physician orders and evidence-based practices

Initiating appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing interventions

Managing patients with complex medical conditions and providing education related to disease management, medications, treatments, and preventative care

Preparing accurate clinical documentation, including visit notes, assessments, and progress updates

Coordinating care with physicians, case managers, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team

Communicating changes in patient condition, needs, and progress to physicians and appropriate personnel

Educating and counseling patients and families regarding health management, safety, and ongoing care needs

Participating in in-service education, mentoring, and supervising other nursing personnel as needed

Participating in agency Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities

Regulatory Requirements:

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California

Current BLS/CPR certification

One (1) year of acute care nursing or skilled nursing experience preferred

Prior home health experience preferred; however, new graduates with strong clinical skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply

Wound care experience preferred

Specialty certifications or skills preferred (i.e., phlebotomy, IV therapy, enteral therapy, wound care certifications)

Valid California Driver’s License, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation

Language Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Additional language skills preferred

Skills:

Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Knowledge of current Federal, State, accreditation, and agency regulations related to home healthcare

Strong clinical assessment, communication, organization, and documentation skills

Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a home-based environment