Home Health Nurse Part-Time Per Diem
Company: KPH Healthcare Services
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview:Job Summary: Provides services to clients in accordance
with the State Nurse Practice Act, Agency policy, and accepted
professional standards of practice.The Registered Nurse provides
nursing services utilizing a comprehensive base of nursing theory
and nursing process, and communicates/documents observations and
assessmentsResponsibilities:Job Duties:Assumes responsibility and
accountability for the practice of professional nursing in
accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and standards for home
healthPerforms comprehensive assessments of client status,
including physical, psychosocial, and environmentalCompletes
comprehensive assessments including OASIS data set within
forty-eight (48) hours of referral for speech therapy unless other
arrangements areDevelops and/or follows an individualized Plan of
Care that incorporates analysis of data and current
scientificProvides skilled interventions with a focus for achieving
realistic client outcomes within a specified timeReports changes
and information necessary to modify and update the care plan to
reflect progress towards goals (outcomes).Consistently demonstrates
competency with technical nursing skills according to personal and
legal scope of practice:Assessment skills as applied to the client,
family/support system, andTeaching skills according to the client's
needs and within the context of the client's environment, value
system, and physical/emotionalMedicationPractices nursing with
respect for individual, cultural, and spiritualCommunicates
effectively and in accordance with AgencyReports significant
changes in client status to physician and other members of the team
in a timely manner consistent with clientMaintains client records
showing systematic assessment, planning intervention,
andParticipates in team meetings and clarifies individualized
reporting responsibilities with all newDocuments legibly and
according to Agency documentation guidelines andFollows Agency
guidelines for completion of forms, reflecting the orders and care
plan. Submits forms weekly including all communication andInitiates
actions to improve the quality of patient care. Takes appropriate
actions independently and responsively in-home care situations.
Initiates referrals as needed to other health team members when
delegated by the CaseMaintains confidentiality in all aspects of
thePromotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients
andDemonstrates knowledge of safety/infection control practices by
complying with established policies andRecognizes and responds
appropriately to potentially unsafeDemonstrates safe practice in
the use ofAssesses environmental safety and takes initiative to
prevent accidents and promoteNotifies supervisor of need for review
and/or training related to equipment, procedures, or
safety/infection controlParticipates in ongoing, professional
self-development.Participates in all mandatory education per
AgencyIdentifies needs for personal professionalDemonstrates
competency in areas of assignment or identifies the need for
additional training (wound care, infusion, specialized equipment,
).Supervises applicable home care team members as delegated by RN
CaseResponsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory
training programsPerform other duties as
assignedQualifications:Attendance Requirements:Must be available
and on-time for scheduled work shiftsEducational
Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of professional
nursing. BSN, PHN preferredCredential/Licensure Required:Current
license as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) ofCurrent CPR
certificationLicensed driver with automobile insured in accordance
with state and/or Agency requirement sand in good repair. Good
driving Experience Preferred:Minimum of six (6) months experience
in an acute care setting or equivalentPhysical
Requirements:Primarily medium in nature with exerting up to 35
pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, bend or otherwise move
objects, involves sitting, walking, standing, driving, talking,
hearing, reaching. Ability to work at a desk for up to eight hours
per day. Involves prolonged phoneSpecial Conditions of
Employment:Drug testInitial and continuous exclusion and
sanction/disciplinary monitoringAny and all additional eligibility
requirements based on the specific positionRequired Training:HIPPA
Privacy & Security CourseFraud, Waste, and Abuse CourseJob Skills
Required:Communicates effectively with patients, families and other
health care providersManages time efficiently andThinks and acts
calmly and logically to meet unusual occurrences of the
jobMaintains confidentiality of necessaryInterfaces with patients,
families, and staff to ensure customerCreate positive image between
co-workers.Promote positive inter-agencyInstill confidence in staff
members and build self-esteem through acceptance and recognition
ofProvide role modeling of teamwork, accountability and a
positiveDemonstrate and encourage appropriate
problem-solvingBehavioral Traits:Intuitive/Open minded: Must be
able to see opportunities, develop and implement creative solutions
to complex problemsAchievement Drive/Commitment: Driven to achieve
goals, objectives and results. Fosters a culture of continuous
improvementPositive/Supportive: Inspires and shows faith in others,
builds a positive and supportive work environmentFlexibility:
Ability to adapt to changing business needs. To balance multiple
priorities and deliver under pressure
Keywords: KPH Healthcare Services, Mount Prospect , Home Health Nurse Part-Time Per Diem, Healthcare , Des Plaines, Illinois
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