Float Pool - Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)

Company: Transitions LifeCare
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Job SummaryThis is a full-time professional position. This position is responsible for conducting RN field visits whether scheduled or PRN. In addition, the float RN may be required to function as an RN Case Manager in the event of extended PTO coverage, RNCM out on LOA, or during times of high census. These duties will be performed in a manner that is consistent with the agency's mission statement, core values and regulatory requirements. The schedule for this position is Friday - Monday, 9am to 7:30pm.Responsibilities--what you do-- Utilizing expert level clinical decision making, assess and develop patient plan of care for all elective, urgent and emergent admissions. Requires expert level analysis of patient clinical information and formulation of an accurate assessment of the patient and his/her condition.-- Plan, provide, supervise and document safe, competent, and compassionate hospice nursing care for patients in accordance with physician orders and established policies and procedures.-- Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings-- Responsible for providing and documenting appropriate and relevant end of life information and education to patients and their families in compliance with current Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs).-- Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities.-- Responsible for professionally managing time, people and technology.-- Monitors and manages the appropriate use of patients' medical equipment, supplies and medications.-- Collaborates with other Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) members to determine the patient's level of care and coordinate the appropriate utilization of contract services.-- Works collaboratively with IDG and other Transitions LifeCare (TL) departments in achieving patient care goals.-- Provide coverage for Nurse Case Managers.-- Use professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's unique needs and response to care.-- Delegate tasks and supervises the activities of LPNs and Certified Nursing Assistants, as needed.-- Responsible for following current COPs as related to Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supervision and LPN Supervision.-- Act in the role of RN case manager ; responsible for overseeing and coordinating all disciplines within the patient's care team in relation to the patient's plan of care.-- Initiate Crisis Care per agency protocol and according to Medicare Regulations-- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.-- Expectations--how you do it-- TL Core Values are exemplified in all interactions with internal and external customers.-- Adheres to TL policies, procedures and guidelines.-- Adheres to CMS and state guidelines and nursing standards of practice.-- Adheres to NHPCO Ethical Practices and the American Nurses Association's Code of Ethics.Requirements--what you need-- Registered Nurse with current NC license; BSN preferred.-- Minimum 2 years recent clinical experience. Hospice and/or home health or nursing home experience or equivalent preferred.-- Expert in medical terminology and clinical data interpretation.-- Hospice Nurse Certification (CHPN) preferred.-- Able to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.-- Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, IDG team, physicians, facility staff, leadership and others.-- Able to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care.-- Knowledgeable about reimbursement sources, Medicare regulations, licensing laws, and accreditation standards.-- Competent computer skills.-- Must have reliable transportation.-- Current CPR certification.-- Must be able to travel to, enter and function in the homes/facility of any patient/family in the service area to assess and provide care to all patients.-- May be required to lift and/or carry items up to 50 pounds.-- Must have sensory abilities to complete physical assessment, communicate with patient/family care providers and physician and to complete the reporting and follow-up documentation responsibilities of the job.-- Workdays--and scheduled hours with weekend and holiday commitments as outlined in Employee Information Agreement.

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