Registered Nurse

Job Type

Contract

Description

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing and implementing the service care plan as applicable and regularly reassesses the needs of the client
• Participating in in-service programs, as well as training, and teaching other personnel
• Developing and implementing the service plan for each patient under the direction of their physician or family
• Observing and reporting symptoms, reaction to treatments, drugs, and changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition
• Initiating preventative procedures as appropriate for the patient's care and safety. Effecting changes in environment to ensure patient safety and security
• Maintaining clinical and progress notes for each patient receiving care and providing progress reports to their physician
• Coordinating services for patients as needed to other agencies and health care providers as appropriate.
• Counseling the patient and their family in meeting nursing and related needs
• Providing supervision of caregiver services and preparing written instructions for care provided by aides
• Maintaining confidentiality of patient and agency matters
• Submitting required documentation in a timely manner
• Reporting observed or suspected abuse pursuant to mandated requirements
• Assisting the administrator in decision making and policy formation as it pertains to the home care services.
• Participating in surveys, studies and special projects as assigned
• Maintaining accurate time records
• In addition to scheduled hours, participating in weekend / holiday call schedule, as needed.
• Observing agency's attendance requirements and dress code.
• Conserving agency resources and adequately maintaining agency property, supplies, and equipment.
• Adhering to all agency polices, including but not limited to, infection control and safety, education, reporting and practice implementation.

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