You will be responsible for educating patients and their families on prevention and healthy habits. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. The goal is to promote patient's well-being by providing high quality nursing care.
Responsibilities
- Registered Nurse will provide services within the scope of Nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with the Interdisciplinary Team
- Follow plan of care; provide treatment; evaluate patient's reaction to treatment and report any changes in his/her condition to the Director of Nursing
- Be responsible for following all company policies and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Evaluation and skilled intervention
- IV infusion, Medication administration, Injections, Wound Care - Including Wound Vac
- Osmotic Care, Diabetic Care/Teaching, Blood Draw/ Lab work, Colostomy/Ileostomy, G-tube care and management
- Cardiac Care, Including CHF management, Pain management, Pre and Post - Surgical Care
- Monitor patient's condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice;
- Observe and interpret patient's symptoms and communicate them to physicians;
- Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients;
- Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients' charts;
- Adjust and administer patient's medication and provide treatments according to physician's orders;
- Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds etc.);
- Provide instant medical care in emergencies;
- Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families;
- Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences etc.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a registered nurse
- Home Health Experience
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Excellent knowledge of emergency care
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Responsible and compassionate
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Patient with excellent problem-solving skills
- BSN or other diploma from a nursing program
- Valid nursing license
- You have a current CA Driver's License
- You are able to travel within a 15 to 25-mile radius on a regular basis
POSITIONS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR:
HHA and LPN. You may also submit your application.