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What is the role of a (RN / LPN) – Home Health at Giving Home Health Care?

The (RN / LPN) – Home Health position at Giving Home Health Care is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this (RN / LPN) – Home Health job located?

Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 37830, United States

What type of employment is offered for this (RN / LPN) – Home Health role?

Full-time or part-time position

(RN / LPN) – Home Health job near me in Oak Ridge, Tennessee at Giving Home Health Care | Jobs and Employment

(RN / LPN) Home Health

We are currently seeking dependable and flexible RNs and LPNs for an RN/ LPN position in the Oak Ridge and Knoxville, TN area supporting one-on-one, in-home patient care. This role is ideal for nurses who are looking for additional income opportunities while maintaining flexibility in their schedule.

This position primarily involves being available during scheduled on-call hours to provide coverage if a patient care need arises.

This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence.

Schedule: (12-hour shifts; 7:00 am to 7:00 pm weekend rotation may be required)

Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

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Responsibilities

Remain available and responsive during scheduled on-call hours
Provide direct, one-on-one patient care in the home if activated
Travel to assigned patient homes within a reasonable timeframe
Deliver care in accordance with individualized care plans and clinical standards
Document care accurately and communicate updates to the care team
Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record.
Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies.
Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
Perform various activities associated with daily living.
Monitor vitals and GI intake and output.
Assess skin integrity and administer wound care.
Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression.
Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients.
Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide.
Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment.
Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants.
Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.

On-Call Expectations

Must remain reachable and prepared to report to assigned patient homes during scheduled on-call hours
Failure to respond or report as required may result in forfeiture of on-call pay and removal from the on-call roster
Must be prepared to work patient shifts of up to 12 hours when activated

Scheduling

12-hour shifts available
Participation in a weekend on-call rotation may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Current CPR certification
TB test and physical examination
Maintain required insurance.
Good interpersonal skills
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients.
Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions.
Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home.
Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting.
Ability to assist with two person assist

Registered Nurse- up to $50/hour, based on years of experience.

Licensed Practical- Nurse up to $40/hour, based on years of experience.

$35 - $50 an hour

(RN / LPN) – Home Health in Oak Ridge, Tennessee at Giving Home Health Care

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