Home Health Field Registered Nurse (RN)

This entry-level Field Registered Nurse position is designed to develop fundamental nursing skills within a home health setting while gaining an understanding of the company's operational goals and efficiencies. It serves as a foundational role for registered nurses aspiring to advance into case management. This position works under an Case Manager Registered Nurse position. Coverage Area: Carmichael, Arden and surrounding communities DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Providing hands-on patient care including, but not limited to (must be within RN license scope): PICC lines, Wound Vacs & Care ,Kangaroo & feeding Pumps, Management of NG, G, and J tubes, Staple & suture removal ,Drains such as, JP, Biliary, Nephrostomy, ,Foley/suprapubic catheters (insertion, removal, and troubleshooting), PleurX drainage system ,Trach care, Blood draws, Ostomy management ,SQ and IM injections, IV antibiotic/TPN administration and Compression wraps. • Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act • Implements a plan of care initiated and directed by the Case Management Registered Nurse • Provides accurate and timely documentation within 24-48 hours consistent with the plan of care • Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care • Assists the registered nurse in performing skilled needs procedures and duties, which include preparing equipment and materials for treatments and assisting the patient in learning appropriate self-care techniques • Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST) to the Case Management RN or other disciplines • Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently • Participates in personal and professional growth and development • Performs other duties as assigned by the Case Management Registered Nurse • Retrieves communication on assigned patients. Uses information received as a basis for establishing priorities of care • Gives a timely and pertinent report to the Case Manager • Records pertinent and concise information that will reflect the patients' needs, problems, capabilities and limitations, as well as the patients' response to nursing interventions • Entries will accurately record any incident that has a bearing on the patient. • Reports pertinent information timely to the Case Management Registered Nurse and to Provider • Attends weekly Case Conferences as required to coordinate and communicate information regarding patient care and treatment • Ensures patient privacy in maintaining medical records and when providing care. • Maintains professionalism and seeks opportunities to enhance knowledge of clinical skills • Maintains productivity standards as directed by the Case Management Registered Nurse . • Completes and reviews Start of Care assessments, documentation, and plans of care with Case Manager, as needed. • Participates in on-call duties as required by weekend rotation Job Specifications • One (1) year of recent nursing experience Experience requirement may be waived for internal candidates and/or new grad posting. • One year of home health care experience is preferred. • Experience with high acuity patients is a plus • Experience working with an interdisciplinary team is highly desired • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor's degree) • Current CA Registered Nurse License (RN) • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Card • Valid CA Drivers License with acceptable driving record • All license and certifications must be current at time of hire and sustained throughout employment • Self- directed, Critical Thinker, Outstanding interpersonal skills, Organized, Computer literacy. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. • Must maintain current with annual compliance training and certifications $130,000 - $160,000 a year Estimated Wage Range for Home Health Registered Nurse (RN): $130,000 - $160,000. Starting pay is based on relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Compensation for this position follows a pay-per-visit model, with the wage provided as an estimate. 21st Century offers comprehensive health benefits and a 401k plan with up to a 4% match.