community health nurse

State of Alaska

Public Health Nurse 3

Second Chance Case Management

<p>Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) &ndash; PRN | Macon Area | RNs Welcome</p><p>COMPENSATION: $135 per assessment visit</p><p><b>Your schedule. Your territory. Your impact.</b></p><p>Most PRN jobs offer flexibility on paper. We give it to you in practice. At Second Chance Case Management, you set your calendar &mdash; mornings, afternoons, around another position, around your family.</p><p>You'll spend your clinical hours doing work that genuinely moves the needle: conducting nursing assessments that directly determine whether elderly and disabled Georgians receive the Medicaid waiver services, keeping them out of nursing facilities.</p><p><b>WHY NURSES CHOOSE US</b></p><ul><li>You Own Your Calendar &ndash; Build your week around your life. Perfect for nurses balancing another position or family commitments.</li><li>Your Macon Area Territory &ndash; Work communities you know. Familiar roads, familiar faces.</li><li>Autonomy, Not Isolation &ndash; Once trained, you run your caseload. A supervising RN and dedicated training nurse are available when needed.</li><li>You Control Your Income &ndash; Per-assessment pay means your earning potential scales directly with the schedule you build.</li></ul><p><b>THE ROLE</b></p><p>This position supports clients enrolled in Georgia's EDWP, SOURCE, and CCSP Medicaid Waiver programs &mdash; some of the state's most impactful long-term care programs.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Conduct face-to-face nursing assessments in client homes, hospitals, or care facilities across middle Georgia</li><li>Analyze client health data and ensure documentation meets program standards</li><li>Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and case managers on care plan development and reviews</li><li>Maintain clear communication with supervisors and participate in required trainings</li></ul><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>Active Georgia LPN license in good standing</li><li>Experience in geriatric care, community health, long-term care, or chronic disease management</li><li>Highly self-directed &mdash; you don't need a manager standing over your shoulder</li><li>Strong communicator with elderly clients, families, and care teams</li><li>Compassionate, professional, and invested in the people you serve</li></ul><p>Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply.</p><p><b>ABOUT SECOND CHANCE CASE MANAGEMENT</b></p><p>We're not a hospital system. We're not a staffing agency. We're a Georgia-based Medicaid waiver case management company that has built its reputation one client and one clinician at a time.</p><p>We operate across EDWP, SOURCE, and CCSP, serving thousands of elderly and disabled Georgians, and we're growing because we do this work the right way. Our nurses don't feel like interchangeable parts &mdash; because they're not. You are the one leaving a tangible impact on our members' and families' lives.</p><p>If you're a nurse who values freedom, flexibility, and work that genuinely changes lives &mdash; we want to talk!</p><p>Pay: $135.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Macon, GA 31201</p>

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Contractor – PRN | Macon Area | RNs Welcome

Hope Christian Health Center

<div>Description:
<p>
JOB SUMMARY: The Care Manager plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care within an integrated health team at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This position supports patients with complex medical, behavioral, and social needs by coordinating services, promoting health education, and facilitating access to appropriate care. The Care Manager works collaboratively with primary care providers, behavioral health providers, community health workers, and other team members to ensure high-quality, culturally competent, and equitable care.</p><p>
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p><p>
Care Manager Duties:</p><p>
Care Coordination</p><ul><li>
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and the care team.</li><li>
Coordinate care transitions, including hospital discharges, specialty referrals, and community resource connections.</li><li>
Provide care through in-person visits, telephone, and telemedicine to ensure continuity.</li><li>
Proactively conduct outreach to patients who may benefit from services, introducing available programs and supports.</li><li>
Facilitate communication between patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.</li></ul><p>
Patient Education and Advocacy</p><ul><li>
Deliver health education and coaching to support chronic disease management and preventive care.</li><li>
Advocate for patients and collaborate with community health workers to address social determinants of health.</li><li>
Assist in issuing medical equipment and supplies, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up.</li></ul><p>
Data and Quality Improvement</p><ul><li>
Document care management activities and track patient outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR).</li><li>
Partner with the Population Health Manager to analyze reports related to patient outcomes, care gaps, and required data metrics.</li><li>
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health strategies.</li><li>
Contribute to the development and refinement of care coordination workflows and reporting tools.</li></ul><p>
Other Duties:</p><ul><li>
Promotes and demonstrates Hope values of: Gospel motivation, Prayer, Excellence, Stewardship, Patience, Thankfulness, Humility, Service, Dignity through Relationship and Hospitality and Joy</li><li>
Primarily onsite in a clinical setting with occasional community outreach or home visits.</li><li>
May require flexible hours to meet patient needs.</li><li>
Complies with HIPAA and protects patient information.</li><li>
The Care Manager ensures compliance with all 19 Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program Requirements.</li><li>
The Care Manager is also expected to actively participate in and support quality improvement activities and the clinical practice team efforts emphasizing the importance of the individual patient and putting the patient&rsquo;s needs first.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Requirements:
<p>
QUALIFICATIONS:</p><ul><li>
Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license in Nevada - required</li><li>
Valid AHA Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) certification- required</li><li>
Bilingual in Spanish (depending on patient population) - preferred</li><li>
Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in primary care, community health, or care management - preferred</li><li>
Experience working in an integrated care setting or with underserved populations - preferred</li><li>
Proficiency in EHR systems and care coordination platforms, and data management.</li><li>
Experience with data reporting and population health tools preferred.</li></ul><p>
Education:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Nursing - required</li></ul><p>
KEY COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS:</p><ul><li>
Faith to believe that Hope is a ministry of God, exemplifying the love of Christ, and held and directed by the Holy Spirit.</li><li>
Ability to operate general office machinery (computers, calculators, copy/fax machine, telephones, etc.)</li><li>
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>
Demonstrated passion for community health care.</li><li>
Proven leadership, teambuilding, and organizational skills.</li><li>
Proven ability to maintain integrity in a fast paced and high-demand environment.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage performance goals.</li><li>
Ability to interact with people from all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles; ability to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to special populations.</li></ul><p>
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</p><p>
Occasional standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Frequent sitting. Manual dexterity. Proficient reading, eyesight, and vision for close work. Ability to communicate by speaking and hearing in person or on the phone. Ability to travel to various locations.</p></div>

Care Manager

Namaste Home Health + Hospice

<div><p><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></p><p>
The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individual and families within their homes and communities.</p><p></p><p><b>
DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Patient Care</b></p><ul><li>
Completes hospice admissions. Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing assessments of patient and family to determine hospice needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es). Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of nursing process. Assesses and evaluates patient&rsquo;s status by: Writing and initiating plan of care Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary</li><li>
Uses health assessment data to determine nursing diagnosis.</li><li>
Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.</li><li>
Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician&rsquo;s plan of care.</li><li>
Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs.</li><li>
Provides health care instructions to the patient as appropriate per assessment and plan.</li><li>
Assists the patient with the activities of daily living and facilitates the patient&rsquo;s efforts toward self-sufficiency and optional comfort care.</li><li>
Acts as Case Manager and assumes responsibility to coordinate patient care for assigned caseload.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Communication</b></p><ul><li>
Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient&rsquo;s condition and care given.</li><li>
Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate</li><li>
Communicates with the physician regarding the patient&rsquo;s needs and reports changes in the patient&rsquo;s condition; obtains/receives physicians&rsquo; orders as required.</li><li>
Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan.</li><li>
Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate.</li><li>
Provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the physician and recognizes and utilizes opportunities for health counseling with patients and families/caregivers</li><li>
Works in concert with the interdisciplinary group.</li><li>
Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient.</li><li>
Assists the patient and family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care</li><li>
Works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver.</li><li>
Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Additional Duties</b></p><ul><li>
Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.</li><li>
Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.</li><li>
Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.</li><li>
Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.</li><li>
Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments.</li><li>
Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.</li></ul><p></p><p>
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.</p><p></p><p><b>
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities)</b></p><ul><li>
Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.</li><li>
Minimum of two years of experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred.</li><li>
Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising hospice aides.</li><li>
Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.</li><li>
Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communications; nursing skills per competency checklist.</li><li>
Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.</li><li>
Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.</li><li>
Maintains a current CPR certification.</li><li>
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.</li><li>
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.</li></ul><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Hospice RN Case Manager - East Denver/North Aurora/NE Metro

Optum

<div><p>Explore opportunities with Hammond LA PCS, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of <b>Caring. Connecting. Growing together.</b></p><p></p><p><br>
As the Home and Community Based Services Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be providing direct nursing care as prescribed by the physician to acutely ill, and/or chronically ill patients in their homes as well as recording clinical and progress notes; and coordinating other patient care activities/services to provide the highest quality of patient care in the geographic service area to which she/he is assigned. You will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or designated supervisor.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Primary Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Provides high quality clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team, following all applicable infection control procedures</p></li><li><p>
Documents patient visits thoroughly and completely per regulatory and payer requirements in the electronic medical record utilizing the agency's electronic visit verification program (as applicable)</p></li><li><p>
Actively participates in the agency's care coordination process including timely reporting patients' needs and changes in condition, attending patient case conference, communicating effectively to the patient, family, physician, other clinicians, agency management staff, and case coordinator, community case managers (as applicable)</p></li></ul><p>
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.</p><p><b>
Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Current and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in state of practice</li><li>
Current CPR certification</li><li>
Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation</li><li>
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client</li></ul><p><b>
State Specific Requirement:</b></p><ul><li>
LA:<ul><li>
Current LPN Licensure in LA without restrictions</li><li><p>
1+ years of experience working as an LPN</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Home care experience</li><li>
Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client needs</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously</li><li>
Able to work independently</li><li>
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills</li></ul><p>
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $22.90 to $34.35 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable</p><p>
#LHCJobs</p><p><i>
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.</i><br>
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<i>UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.</i><br>
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<i>UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.</i></p></div>

LPN Pediatric Home Care Weekends- Mandeville

HealthPoint (Washington)

<div><p><b>FTE: </b>1.0 (Annualized salary will be prorated by FTE)</p>
<p><b>
Would you like to have a career that makes a daily difference in people&rsquo;s lives? Do you want to be part of a caring, respectful, diverse community? If you answered yes to these questions, keep reading!</b></p>
<p>
HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported and community-governed network of non-profit health centers dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it, regardless of circumstances. Founded in 1971, we believe that the quality of your health care should not depend on how much money you make, what language you speak or what your health is, <b>because everyone deserves great care</b>.</p>
<p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p>
<p>
Responsible for provision of comprehensive primary care services in a primary medical care, ambulatory clinic setting, and in Health care for the Homeless facilities. Works independently and interdependently with other clinic providers.</p>
<p><b>
Compensation is dependent on skills and experience.</b></p>
<p><b>
Your contribution to the team includes:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Provision of comprehensive primary care services for all ages in a primary medical care ambulatory clinic setting, and in Health care for the Homeless facilities working independently and interdependently with other HealthPoint providers.</li>
<li>Provide care consistent with evidence-based medicine.</li>
<li>Assess patient needs for specialty referrals, diagnostic and in-patient care and make appropriate referrals for service.</li>
<li>Provide patients and family members with counseling and education regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and need for follow up as appropriate during each patient visit. Verify and document that the patient understands diagnosis, treatment and follow up recommendations.</li>
<li>Complete accurate and timely documentation in patient records and superbills.</li>
<li>Participate in patient triage system.</li>
<li>Participate in a shared call system with other providers.</li>
<li>Perform minor outpatient procedures in accordance with the scope of practice and HealthPoint privileging policy.</li>
<li>Provide consultation to other clinic providers either in person or by telephone.</li>
<li>Consult with clinic physicians, specialists, or other health care professionals as appropriate.</li>
<li>Administer medications in clinic as needed.</li>
<li>Assist with meeting clinic patient care team productivity and quality care standards.</li>
<li>Participate in development and utilization of HealthPoint practice guidelines and procedures.</li>
<li>Participate in audits, and meet standards of HealthPoint Quality Improvement, Risk Management and Utilization Management programs.</li>
<li>Maintain credentials essential for practice, to include licensure, board certification, society memberships and CPE.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Must have&rsquo;s you&rsquo;ll need to be successful:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Graduate from an accredited nurse practitioner program.</li>
<li>Washington State nurse practitioner license. Board certification required.</li>
<li>Demonstrated operating knowledge of computers: intermediate level ability with Word, Outlook, and other required software programs; prior experience with electronic medical records preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Proof of vaccination for COVID-19 is required, prior to start.</b> <b>HealthPoint does not accept the Johnson &amp; Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as proof of vaccination. If you have received the Johnson &amp; Johnson vaccine, we ask that you provide documentation demonstrating proof of an alternate COVID vaccine or vaccine series.</b> <b>All new employees are also required to show proof of immunizations and/or immunity to MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Varicella, annual Influenza and TB QuantiFERON Gold Titer</b>. <b>Additionally, if you work in a HealthPoint clinic, Tdap (within last 10 years) is required. Hepatitis B. is required for clinical employees with potential exposure to blood/blood products. All immunizations are a condition of employment. Upon hire, employees must provide proof of their immunizations and/or immune titer results prior to starting or no later than their fifth (5) business day of employment.</b></p>
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Where to gather your records:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>If you are providing immunizations from an electronic health record, please ensure that you obtain a copy of your full records rather than a screenshot. Each page of your records should include your first and last name, date of birth, and the name of the health system from which the records are pulled.</li>
<li>If records do not show any data, please seek guidance from your provider for further assistance.</li>
<li>If you are unable to provide proof as noted above, you can choose to have a lab titer drawn to check immunity or to be re-vaccinated. If you receive vaccination(s) or lab titers, you may obtain them through HealthPoint at no cost to you. This is a great opportunity to get your immunization record up to date at no additional expense.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>HealthPoint is committed to offering all employees a competitive compensation package, including benefits and several other perks.</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and their families/dependents</li>
<li>HSA, FSA plans</li>
<li>Life Insurance, AD&amp;D and Disability Coverage</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Wellness Program</li>
<li>PTO Plan for full-time benefited and part-time benefited employees. 0-.99 years of service accrual of 5.23 hours per pay period. (pro-rated accruals for part-time benefited employees)</li>
<li>Extended Illness Time Away of 40 hours (pro-rated for part-time benefited employees)</li>
<li>8 holidays and 3 floating holidays</li>
<li>Compassion Time Away up to 40 hours</li>
<li>Opportunity Time Off (extended time off for staff to invest in themselves) up to 8 weeks</li>
<li>Retirement Plan with Employer Match</li>
<li>Voluntary plans at a discount, such as life insurance, critical illness and accident insurance, identity theft insurance, and pet insurance.</li>
<li>Development and Growth Opportunities</li>
</ul>
<p><b>To learn more about HealthPoint, go to </b><b>www.healthpointchc.org</b> (http://www.healthpointchc.org/)<b>! #practiceyourpassion</b></p>
<p><i>
It is the policy of HealthPoint to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, because of sensory, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or any other factor protected by local, state or federal law, and to prohibit harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.</i></p><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

Nurse Practitioner

<div><p><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></p><p>
The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs/coordinates home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.</p><p></p><p><b>
DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul><li>
Complies with accepted ethical conduct and Professional Standards of Nursing Practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association and the &ldquo;Nurse Practice Act&rdquo; of the State of Colorado.</li><li>
Practices and maintains patient safety and dignity by abiding by Federal, State, Local and (insert company name) policy &amp; procedures as pertains to patient protected health information and HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act).</li><li>
Assess the physical, psychosocial, and environmental factors that affect a patient&rsquo;s health. In addition, they perform in-depth functional assessments and medication assessment.</li><li>
Performs physical assessments which may include but is not limited to interviewing patients and their caregivers about the patient&rsquo;s health history and diagnoses, and includes performing a complete physical assessment of all the patient&rsquo;s body systems and capabilities, along with a review of nutritional needs.</li><li>
Performs a psychosocial assessments which may include but is not limited to assessing the patient&rsquo;s cognitive, developmental, behavioral, and coping status and includes screening for anxiety, depression, and abuse or neglect. Furthermore, a psychosocial assessment discovers the patient&rsquo;s language preference, health literacy, learning style, and cultural needs and preferences. Special attention is paid to the multiple impacts the patient&rsquo;s illness and disease have on the family, the caregiver, and the patient&rsquo;s/family&rsquo;s finances.</li><li>
Performs environmental assessments which may include but is not limited to focusing on risks within the home and community to the patient&rsquo;s and home health clinician&rsquo;s personal health and safety. A home environmental assessment includes attention to obstacles within the home that may increase the risk for falls, presence of needed safety features, presence of smoke alarms, and safety practices that are required for home treatments, such as oxygen safety. Sanitation issues that may affect the risk of infection are also assessed.</li><li>
Performs comprehensive medication assessments which may include but is not limited to reconciling medications in the home to the prescriber&rsquo;s list and the patient&rsquo;s diagnoses; monitoring the medications for effectiveness, side effects or adverse effects, and interactions; assessing the ability of the patient and the caregiver to safely and consistently administer the medications; and identifying any barriers or issues related to medication adherence.</li><li>
Performs comprehensive functional assessments which may include but is not limited to determine the patient&rsquo;s risk for falls and ability to safely perform activities of daily living (ADLs) and independent activities of daily living (IADLs), including the ability of the patient and caregiver9s) to safely manage all medical/assistive devices and equipment.</li><li>
Assesses client&rsquo;s condition and needs, through the collection of health data, the recognition, interpretation and reporting of symptoms and psychological responses and re-evaluates the client nursing needs as required.</li><li>
Document diagnoses and identify problems from the assessment data.</li><li>
Partners with the patient, family, and other caregivers to identify specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-defined (SMART) goals for the patient based on the patient&rsquo;s identified problems and diagnoses.</li><li>
Develops a plan of care in collaboration with the patient, family and other caregivers, and other healthcare providers.</li><li>
When the need for other services and supplies is identified, the home health nurse collaborates with the inter-professional home health team to further develop the most effective and economical plan.</li><li>
Develops and implements nursing plan of care with consideration for the dignity and desires of the client care, organizes and participates in direct client care, performs treatment and administers medications.</li><li>
Implements the plan of care and provides skilled nursing interventions to patients, as well as patients&rsquo; families and caregivers, including direct care, teaching, counseling, coaching, care management, and resource coordination.</li><li>
Implements care management which includes report communication to the NS or NM as instructed per (insert company name) protocol.</li><li>
Care management communication also includes frequency by discipline and other needs communicated to (insert company name) Scheduling as instructed per (insert company name) protocol.</li><li>
Formulates, notifies, and carries out client care plan which identifies nursing actions toward achievable goals according to client needs.</li><li>
Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for the client.</li><li>
Initiates and maintains care coordination while participating in the development of the Plan of Care which includes but is not limited to: obtains physician&rsquo;s orders; clarifies those orders obtaining necessary revisions as needed; informs the physician of changes in the clients condition which may include but in not limited to laboratory and diagnostic reports; provides written summary reports to the physician; and completes all required patient documentation.</li><li>
Participates in patient education, health counseling and teaching with the patient, caregiver and family members as designated per specific patient HIPAA releases.</li><li>
Provides ongoing assessment and evaluation of the patient&rsquo;s progress toward expected outcomes and thus determines the effectiveness of the plan of care providing any necessary modification as needed.</li><li>
Maintains detailed records of nursing actions, client progress, and response to therapy and teaching so that the Plan of Care can be documented and evaluated.</li><li>
Provides ongoing assessment and supervision of care given by ancillary personnel (LPN and C.N.A./C.H.H.A.) to ensure the plan of care is being followed to thereby obtain the best possible outcomes of care provided.</li><li>
Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures.</li><li>
Coordinates discharge planning and prepares discharge summaries and instructions.</li><li>
Initiates cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and institutes other emergency procedures when necessary.</li><li>
Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel to facilitate continuity of care.</li><li>
Motivate patients, families, and caregivers in health promotion and disease management by applying change theory, learning principles, and teaching skills.</li><li>
Accepts accountability for own practice.</li><li>
Maintains competency by participating in in-service, mandatory meetings or education or in-services, and continuing educational programs.</li><li>
Participates in Monthly, Quarterly, Annual trainings as well as other meetings required by Namaste Home Health and Hospice.</li><li>
Coordinates care of all agency disciplines which may include, but not be limited to, Nursing, Certified Home Health Aide, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Medical Social Worker, and other services delivered to clients of the agency.</li><li>
Complies with agency policies, protocols, and standard procedures.</li><li>
Provides consultation to NS, NM, DCS, and HR for proper placement of qualified personnel</li><li>
Completes all required documentation within 24 hours of the patient visit.</li><li>
Completes within 24 hours all documentation sent back for correction.</li><li>
Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Namaste Home Health and Hospice Home Care Emergency Command Center communication tree in the event of a local, regional or national emergency and/or disaster.</li><li>
Employee responds, as required, to support emergency response plan activation.</li><li>
Employee participates in exercises and drills for emergency preparedness, as required.</li><li>
Employee completes emergency preparedness training as identified as appropriate for this employee level.</li><li>
Other duties and tasks as assigned.</li><li>
Other duties / responsibilities that support the agency&rsquo;s core values of Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities)</b></p><ul><li>
Must have graduated from an approved school of nursing and be licensed in the state where practicing.</li><li>
Minimum of two years of experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care nursing is preferred.</li><li>
Maintains a current CPR certification.</li><li>
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.</li><li>
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.</li><li>
Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.</li><li>
Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.</li><li>
Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising home health aides.</li><li>
Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.</li></ul><p></p><p>
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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