Registered Nurse - RN - Home Health - Dallas Texas

Company: Haven Home Health
Location: Dallas, Texas
Posted On: 05/10/2024

Description:We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Registered Nurse for home health to join our team.Coverage Areas: Dallas, Garland and surrounding areaWhy Haven Home Health?Join our team at Haven Home Health be a part of a company that strives to provide the best care for our patients while building a team of dedicated employees. If you want a company that appreciates your skills, compassion, and heart, then Haven Home Health is the place for you! We take pride in not only providing excellent care to our patients but also creating a positive team environment with employee support.We provide Competitive Pay Team Events Recruitment Incentive Program Continuing Education Training Employee Recognition Programs Performance Incentives Family Team EnvironmentJob Summary:The home care nurse(RN)s responsibilities include performing patient visits and monitoring their conditions, conducting tests, and writing reports for the physician. You should be able to address all the caregivers concerns and make appropriate adjustments to the patients in-home management plan.Job Responsibilities: Traveling to patients homes and managing their care plans according to physicians instructions. Administering medication and insulin, and completing blood pressure, glucose, urine, and stool tests. Inspecting wounds, changing dressings, and handling personal grooming and hygiene. Testing for muscle weakness, bedsores, and any signs of infection. Listening to the concerns of family members and answering their questions. Educating caregivers and family on the aftercare or ongoing care of the patient. Providing suggestions for improved healthcare to physicians and family members of the patient. Monitoring patient recovery and compiling reports for the physician. Keeping abreast of developments in healthcare and attending workshops and lectures as required. Collaborating with doctors and other healthcare professionals to develop improved diets and healthcare plans for patients.#LCHHHIGHRequirements:Experience:One (1) year experience as an RN in a clinical care setting.Preferred, Home health experience.Skills:Nursing skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.Demonstrates proven decision making skills.If required to make visits, Hepatitis profile.Must read, write and comprehend English.Education:Completion of an accredited Registered Nursing Program.Preferred, BSN.Licensure/Certification:Current drivers license in good standing. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew their drivers license before it expires in order to continue employment.Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.Current State professional license as an RN in any/all applicable states.Current CPR.On-going employment as an RN requires maintenance of a valid RN license in the state which the nurse practices in and a valid CPR certificate at all times. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these both before they expire in order to continue employment.Physical Requirements:Prolonged standing/walking required.The ability to lift/transfer up to 50 lbs.Ability to meet deadlines and patient needs, make quick decisions and allocate resources under stressful conditions.Meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs.Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.Environmental/Working Conditions:Works in patients home in various conditions.Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids and infectious diseases.Some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.by Jobble More...

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