RN Visit- Weekend Package- Home Care Quad Cities Fr-Sun

Company: UnityPoint Health
Location: Moline
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

Overview:UnityPoint at HomeRN Case Manager.90 FTR - (3) 12 hour shifts Fr-SunDAYS-WEEKEND PACKAGEQuad Cities IA and IL (50 mile radius)These amazing team members make it possible for patients to receive the care they need where they are most comfortable-in their home! If you like working independently while providing one-on-one care and developing relationships with patients and families we want to hear from you!The Home Care RN uses clinical nursing knowledge, physical assessment, teaching and procedural skills to deliver high quality patient care in the patient's place of residence. The RN contributes to the development of the home health plan of care. The RN delivers patient care directed by the physician as established in the home health plan of care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality, improved outcomes and exceptional patient experience.Responsibilities:Patient Care/Care Coordination

• Makes visits to the homes of patients requiring home health nursing services and assumes responsibility for an ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient.
  • Performs initial and comprehensive assessments on all patients in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
    • Performs nursing assessment at each visit in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
      • Ensures quality and safe delivery of services to patients according to the care plan.
        • Uses equipment and supplies safely, effectively, and efficiently.
          • Promotes patient independence by teaching patients and family members to understand the following as well as any additional education needs identified by the assessing clinician and/or physician:o Treatment and disease managemento Medications purpose, use, side effects, potential adverse effectso Proper use, safety hazards, and infection control issues related to the use and maintenance of any equipment providedo Patient plan of careo Emergency preparedness
            • Provides the services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care managed by the RN Case Manager.
              • Provides patient, caregiver and family counseling and education as indicated in the plan of care.
                • Assists the RN Case Manager in the development and ongoing update to a plan of care that specifies the care and services needed to meet patient-specific needs determined during the comprehensive assessment and includes measureable outcomes that will occur as a result of implementing and coordinating the plan of care.
                  • Develops and updates patient's discharge plan on every visit ensuring patient and caregiver education and training is facilitating timely discharge and measureable goals and outcomes are attainable, realistic and up-to-date.
                    • Includes the patient, representative and caregiver in all plan of care decisions.
                      • Assesses for the need to update the current plan of care and includes the patient and family in care planning decisions and communicates care plan revisions to the patient, representative, caregiver and all physicians issuing orders for the home health plan of care.
                        • Communicates patient changes and/or concerns to the RN Case Manager and participates in care coordination to achieve high quality care.
                          • Maintains accurate and timely documentation of clinical records and time/travel entries.
                            • Receives, relays and documents verbal orders in accordance with state and federal regulations and in a timely manner to prevent adverse patient outcomes.
                              • Is responsible for obtaining physician orders prior to initiation of care and notifying the physician of any changes in the patient's condition.
                                • Communicates with all physicians involved in the plan of care and other health care practitioners related to the current plan of care.
                                  • Identifies patient's risks for hospitalization and/or emergency department use and proactively intervenes to prevent adverse events.
                                    • Supervises home health aide and licensed practical nurse staff and documents supervision in the patient medical record.Home Care Performance Criteria
                                      • Delivers quality care and completes clear, concise and accurate clinical documentation of care provision in accordance with home health conditions of participation (CoPs), various payer home health coverage criteria, accreditation standards, professional standards for discipline/credential and the home health plan of care.
                                        • Maintains competence in OASIS data collection and documentation and submits all initial and corrected assessments according to CMS guidance and agency policies and procedures.
                                          • Participates in clinical review of records to monitor quality and accuracy, appropriate utilization, appropriate involvement of interdisciplinary team members, appropriate referrals and coordination of care.
                                            • Participates in peer review and other quality assurance activities, as assigned.
                                              • Uses appropriate infection control procedures and safety measure to protect employees and patients.
                                                • Provides patient and family education using UPaH approved patient teaching materials only.
                                                  • Participates in case conferences, in-service programs and other meetings required to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
                                                    • Reviews all patient assignments prior to scheduling first visit and accepts patient assignments only for which qualified and competent in any specific care/technical skill/procedure needed.
                                                      • Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
                                                        • Participates in quality assurance/performance improvement (QAPI) activities, as assigned.
                                                          • Maintains professional knowledge for discipline/credential/license ensuring inclusion of content specific to home and community based care.
                                                            • Communicates professionally, effectively and timely to all team members and co-workers and responds to all communication in a timely manner including, but not limited to e-mails, phone communication and meeting follow-up responsibilities.
                                                              • Establishes and maintains positive interpersonal relationships with team members, patients and family members while maintain personal and professional boundaries.
                                                                • Assist with new employee orientation when necessary.
                                                                  • Effectively plans, organizes, sets priorities and completes works assignments with minimum direct supervision per agency policy and within established time frames.
                                                                    • Maintains productivity standards as defined by home care supervisor.
                                                                      • Participates in evening, night and weekend coverage to ensure nursing services are accessible to all patients 24 hours a day, 7 days per week (schedules and rotations determined by region).
                                                                        • Performs other duties as assigned by home care clinical supervisor and/or administrator.Qualifications:QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the position.Education:Graduate of State Board approved program for Registered Nurses and valid license as Registered Nurse in state where providing care.Experience:One year nursing experience caring for similar patient population as to be assigned.Home care experience2+ years nursing experienceLicense(s)/Certification(s):Valid licensed driver with automobile insurance in accordance with state(s) and/or organizational requirements.Mandatory Reporter: Child & Dependent Adult Abuse.Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.CPR: Maintain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Card with Re-certification.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Basic knowledge of current, frequently used medications, including modes of administration, actions and side effects.Competency in variety of nursing skills and ability to perform without supervision (NPWT, complex wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, ostomy care, chronic disease management assessment and teaching).Strong interpersonal skills.Ability to work as a collaborative team member.Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.Ability to navigate and perform basic use of Microsoft Office products.Maintains a reliable mode of transportation and has the ability to drive safely during all day and night hours and in all types of inclement weather.Experience with documentation in an electronic health record.Other:Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.

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