Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Job Summary: The RN is responsible for administering the Care Plan and the patient/client’s health and wellness as indicated by the Care Plan. Assures compliance with nursing/clinical standards federal, state, and local government regulations, and company policies. This role will treat patients, when appropriate and as needed for Skilled Nursing Services Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Follows the appropriate Care Plan in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, patient/client/caregivers, the patient/client’s physician and other care team members as appropriate. - Performs on-site Orientation, quarterly Supervision Visits, Skill Checks and Annual Performances of home care aides in compliance with Federal, State and applicable Accrediting body Regulations and AHC Policies. - Provides on-going instructions to home health aides during field visits including reinforcement of Standard Precautions, Client Respect. HIPPA and Safety. - Review Personal Care Plans from Aging service Access Points, (ASAP), orienting aides in following the care plan as authorized by the ASAP RN. - Documents services rendered and changes in client conditions and/or family and home situation. - Commu...