Registered Nurse, Start of Care

Job description

*** THIS POSITION MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO A $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS *** We have a fleet vehicle program available that supports this clinical role! The Admissions Nurse’s primary focus is to perform the initial SOC (Start of Care) visit although other visit types may be assigned based on agency needs. Responsibilities include determination of appropriateness for home care, overall assessment, medication reconciliation, development of the plan of care and provision of direct care and treatments as ordered. All documentation related to the SOC is completed within agency timelines and with Quality Standards in collaboration with and under the guidance of a Clinical Field Supervisor. 1. Ensure complete and accurate assessment and delivery of skilled nursing services. a. Determine appropriateness of patient for home care. b. Develop patient centered plan of care based on comprehensive assessment. c. Develop a plan of care using interdisciplinary approach. d. Ensure that all documentation meets quality standards: 1. OASIS evaluations are conducted per CMS guidelines. 2. Documentation reflects nursing care, treatments and responses. 3. Documentation is clear and concise. 4. Documentation...