RN, Home Health

Provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process; carries out nursing skills contributing to treatment, rehabilitation for home health patients and pain control, symptom management, and comfort for hospice patients and families. Plans for coordinated nursing service for individuals and families under her/his care. Appraises individual and family health needs and hazards-existing or potential. Provides health counseling, including emotional support, to individuals, families, and groups. Consults with and refers families to appropriate personnel within the agency or community services.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Current or temporary RN license in ND or compact RN licensure.
• Current driver's license required and car available to travel to patient's home.
• BLS required within orientation period.

Educational Requirements

• RN program as evidenced by licensure.
• Official diploma or transcript from the school/university from where Degree was received.

Experience Requirements

• 2 years previous experience is preferred but not required.

Special Skills or Training Requirements

• Must have good comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice.
• Organize time well and meet job expectations and performance standards.
• Exhibits responsibility and flexibility in work situations, willing to work irregular and/or less favorable hours.
• Demonstrates tact, sensitivity, sound judgment, and professional attitude when relating with patients, families and colleagues.
• Demonstrate a caring and respectful attitude when providing patient care.
• Meet the physical and emotional demand of the position.
• Core Competencies
• OASIS and HIS data accuracy
• Wound Care
• IV therapy and venipuncture, bladder scanner
• Patient and family teaching
• Discharge planning
• Safety and Infection Control