Skilled Nurse in Home

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Skilled Nurse in Home to provide exceptional patient care in a home setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with individuals requiring personalized nursing support, including those with complex medical needs. The ideal candidate will be energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for their patients through expert clinical skills and empathetic communication. As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will deliver comprehensive nursing services, promote health education, and ensure safety and comfort for your patients in their homes.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and physiological evaluations to determine care needs.
• Administer medications via injections, IV infusions, and other routes while adhering to strict safety protocols and HIPAA regulations.
• Manage complex medical procedures such as catheterization, tube feeding, wound suturing, and ventilator care in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations using medical imaging techniques when necessary and coordinate with physicians for treatment planning.
• Document all patient interactions accurately utilizing EMR (Electronic Medical Records) or EHR (Electronic Health Records) systems like Visiting Aid
• Provide specialized care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, developmental disabilities, or those requiring memory care and behavioral health support.
• Collaborate with case management teams to develop discharge plans, coordinate post-acute care services, and facilitate smooth transitions across healthcare settings.
• Educate patients and their families on medication administration, pain management strategies, nutrition, and home safety to promote independence and well-being.

Experience

• Proven experience working as a nurse in diverse settings such as home care, hospital medicine, ICU (Intensive Care Unit), emergency medicine, or long-term care facilities.
• Hands-on expertise with IV insertion, phlebotomy, sterile processing techniques, and infection control practices.
• Familiarity with ICD-9/10 coding systems for accurate medical documentation and billing processes.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs such as developmental disabilities or neonatal ventilator management is highly valued.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology related to pain management and acute care procedures.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks to ensure precise recordkeeping and patient data management.
• Ability to perform physical examinations and assessments confidently while demonstrating excellent communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives by delivering expert nursing care directly in their homes! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while fostering a positive environment that values compassion, innovation, and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Pay: From $38.00 per hour

Work Location: In person