RN Registered Nurse Home Health

Overview

Shift : PRN

Can be a day or two per week if volume allows, helping with on call, pto coverage etc. 

Home Health RN Experience strongly preferred. 

Make a difference every day as an Amedisys registered nurse

Tired of being stuck in a building for 12 to 13 hour shifts all day? - Elevate your nursing career with a role that not only promises work/life balance and flexibility but also cherishes the one-on-one relationship you build with your patients. Wave goodbye to the exhaustive, long hours and embrace a happier work environment where your well-being is a priority. As a dedicated RN, you'll provide quality care to patients, supported by a robust orientation tailored to your unique skills during the first 90 days. Dive into the world of whole body nursing, a holistic approach that's as intriguing as it is rewarding. Join us and transform your professional life into one where you feel valued, fulfilled, and truly at “home”.

Attractive pay

• 36.00 to 37.50

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees all aspects of patients' home care.
• Collaborates with patient care teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Educates families on patient condition, needs and care.
• Performs head to toe physical assessments.
• Checks vital signs and manages medications.
• Gives injections, IV therapy or tube feedings.
• Administers and maintains catheters.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
• Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager, physician and care team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience as a registered nurse (RN). If less than 1 year clinical experience as a RN, candidate must be approved by VP clinical.*
• Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• Minimum six months home health experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.
• Able to assess patient status and identify requirements relative to age specific needs.
• Must be familiar with general use and functions of the computer, such as, user names and password concepts; internet; e-mail; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files and windows, effectively use navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs.

*Note - If less than 6 months clinical experience as a RN, candidate must participate in RN Intern program.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.