Home Health Nurse

Company: Pacific Medical Resources, Inc.
Location: Crescent City
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

For over 30 years Pacific Medical Resources has been a leader in Nursing and Caregiving services throughout Humboldt, Mendocino and Lake Counties. Our Nursing services empower individuals to live in their homes as independently as possible by providing the necessary care, respite and medical supports they need to thrive. Patients and their families know us for our personalized quality care delivered with empathy, kindness, and respect.We are looking for compassionate both RNs and LVNs to provide assistance with daily living and personal care services one on one in their homes in accordance with an established care plan.*Responsibilities** Provide health care services in patients residences* Perform domestic and household tasks* Transport and accompany patients to doctors office or to hospital as needed* Administer simple prescribed medications* Assist with clients personal care activities* Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their changes in condition.* Provides accurate assessment and clinical monitoring in accordance with scope of licensure* Documents observations, clinical findings, problems, skilled interventions, goals and discharge plans* In consultation with the DOPCS, initiates and regularly re-evaluates and revises the plan of care.* Maintain patients care records and document provided services* Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises as directed* Instruct and counsel patients and families on diet and exercise* Collect routine specimens as needed* Provide companionship and basic emotional or psychological support* Performs Home Health Aide supervisory visits per regulatory requirements (as directed)* Participates in agency sponsored in-service education.* Participates in quality improvement activities.* Assesses, develops, organizes and delivers teaching materials for assigned home care patients as appropriate.* Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given.* Physical limitations may differ in each home based on services provided.*Skills** Proven working experience as an LVN or RN* Ability to monitor vital signs and to collect specimens* Familiarity with basic nutrition and personal hygiene standards* Nursing and health care administration skills* Caring and compassionate personality* Current CPR certificate* First Aid training* Valid driver's license* Valid LVN or RN licenseJob Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Referral programSchedule:* 8 hour shift* Monday to Friday* Weekend availabilityCOVID-19 considerations:Full covid precautions are discussed during interview and new hire process.License/Certification:* CPR Certification (Preferred)* Current State Nursing License (Preferred)Work Location: Multiple Locations

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