RN Skilled Homecare Arlington, TX Nights

• Private Health Care Plans: (Medical, Dental, Vision and Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer matching contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Company Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Employee and Family
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Payroll card allowing you to have your wages deposited directly on your card. May vary by state.
• W2 employee
• Professional development with a rapidly growing organization
• Opportunities for promotions and upward mobility
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Long-lasting and memorable bonds with clients
• Individual, hands-on training and support
• 24-hour management support
• Work/life balance
• Fun activities and incentives
• Promotion opportunities
• Access to CE courses
• Eligibility requirements apply, and some benefit offerings may vary by state.

Family First Homecare team members represent the organization and its services in a competent, professional and responsive manner while maintaining standards of high-quality patient care and customer service in accordance with all state, local and federal requirements, rules and regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for providing care that is based on licensure/certification within the scope of practice.

• Performs admission, transfer, re-certification, resumption of care and discharge paperwork as assigned.

• Maintains an updated clinical record on each patient at all times, meeting required deadlines for documentation.

• Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing service to the patient and family on an ongoing basis.

• Consults with physicians concerning alterations of patient care plans, documentation of changes in patient care and reports all changes in care to the nurse supervisor.

• Supports FFHC’s mission by mentoring and/or coaching new employees during patient specific orientations.

• Educates patients and their caregivers on topics related to patients' care needs.

• Performs supervision for LPNs and Aides in the home as assigned.

• Participates in FFHC Quality Assurance Performance Improvement program (QAPI) as requested.

• Attends and/or completes all mandatory training/ in-services as assigned.

• Submits required personnel file documentation in a timely manner.

• Adheres to FFHC compliance and ethics expectations.

• Maintains patient and family confidentiality.

• Maintains professional, supportive, and responsive interpersonal communication skills.

• Assesses physical, functional, psychosocial, and cognitive status of the home care patient utilizing interview observations and physical exam techniques.

• Assesses the home environment for safety and infection control.

• Incorporates multidisciplinary data into the nursing assessment of the home care patient.

• Provides ongoing nursing assessment with the patient, family, and home environment to determine physiologic or psychosocial risk. Applies previous nursing experience and base of knowledge and adapts with the patient and family in a home setting.

• Assesses for the presence of advanced directives and facilitates further action in obtaining information about or implementing advanced directives if indicated.

• Participates in committees/meeting.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED

• 
  RN Nursing Degree. Unencumbered RN License in the state of employment or Multi-State license through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact where recognized

• 1 year of demonstrated experience

• Valid driver license with proof of insurance in applicable states

• Clear background screening

• Working knowledge of Nurse Practice Acts

• Must provide valid and current CPR card/certificate that includes in person instructor led hands-on skills check

• Clear Hep B Screening in applicable states

• Clear TB Screening in applicable states

STATE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

KEY COMPETENCIES

• The ability to read and communicate in English both verbally and in writing.

WORKING CONDITIONS/EQUIPMENT USE

• Work is performed in the patient’s home - not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Training may be performed in an office setting.

• Must be able to lift up to thirty-five pounds (35) pounds without an assisted lifting device.

• Frequent use of office machines to include telephone, computer, and printer.

JOB DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER:

This job description is an overview of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the role identified below. It is not intended to cover every work assignment the job may have, but rather to cover those work assignments which are essential, predominant, and recurring. Responsibilities and duties may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

PAY PHILOSOPHY:

The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Family First Homecare have a corresponding compensation plan which may include a bonus at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

KEY DETAILS:

** This role requires travel to patients' homes to deliver care. The work schedule may include varying shift lengths (8, 10, or 12 hours) and may require availability on any day of the week, Sunday through Saturday.

Family First Homecare is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.