RN - Homecare - Bettendorf - Bettendorf Iowa

Company: Maxim Healthcare Services
Location: Bettendorf, Iowa
Posted On: 05/13/2024

Maxim Healthcare in Peoria, IL is hiring for a Registered Nurse to work with a Pediatric patient in Bettendorf, IA. We are offering a $2,000 sign on bonus.The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the care plan developed for each individual patient and within the physicians orders. The Registered Nurse is also responsible for providing services, as directed by contract and/or program, while under the supervision of a contract/program clinical designee. The RN provides service in accordance with Maxims philosophy, standards and policies.Patient Cares:TrachVentGtubePediatricEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Assesses and evaluates patient nursing needs regularlyUtilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as requiredInitiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs changeIncorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on patient diagnosis and established goalsIntervenes as applicable in response to changes in patient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician or supervisorAdministers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of interventionAssures patient/client safety at all timesMonitors the safety and effectiveness of the care/services environment and equipment used, including universal precautionsReviews plan of care and program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs, as applicableDocuments all physician collaboration/coordination of care in the medical record and communicates this information as neededAdheres to the following professional practice standards:Nurse Practice ActStandards of Nursing PracticeStandards of Patient CareStandards of Accrediting BodyState and Local LawsPatient Bill of RightsPolicies and procedures of contracted customersAdheres to Maxim policy, procedure and applicable protocolsAttends case conferences, team meetings and education in-services, as requiredPerforms other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing preferredCurrently licensed as a Registered Nurse in specific state requiredComplies with accepted professional standards and practiceOne year prior professional nursing experience preferredCurrent CPR, as applicable, for direct patient carePPD or chest x-ray if applicableSuccessful completion of Maxim Orientation and Compliance training, and all other assigned trainings as applicable requiredSuccessful completion of Maxims Competency ProgramProficiency in the English language requiredCurrent Health Certificate (per facility contract or state regulation) requiredMust meet all federal, state, local and contract requirementsAbout Maxim Healthcare ServicesMaxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.by Jobble More...

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