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Aultman Health System lists this STAFF NURSE - HOMECARE NURSING (East Region) opportunity in monterey heights, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
STAFF NURSE - HOMECARE NURSING (East Region)
Req# 35880
Aultman Health Foundation , Canton , OH
AULTMAN HEALTH
Aultman Health Foundation
Full Time , Day Shift , 8AM-4:30PM, M-F with weekend, holiday and on call rotations
NURSING SUMMARY/ PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Aultman Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse that provides direct, primary nursing care to patients/residents. The RN delegates and coordinates patient care, based upon a documented assessment of the patient’s/resident’s needs. The RN supervises the care provided by individuals such as licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians/state tested nursing assistants/nurse aides, medical assistants, and etc., if applicable.
Will service the East Region – North Canton, Hartville, Uniontown, Louisville, East Canton, East Sparta, New Phila, Dover, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Maintain current, active BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS –
colleague must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
RN applies the nursing process of assessment, planning interventions, accurately implements and/or delegates patient care, evaluates that care, and accurately communicates patient information in a timely manner.
RN is a patient/resident advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort and satisfaction.
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.
Demonstrates quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.
Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.
Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and students.
Integrates research findings into practice.
Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.
SKILLS
Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.
Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.
Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.
Demonstrates effective communication.
Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, identity, family status, gender, disability, or veteran status.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
PURPOSE
To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Never
Occasional
10-33%
Frequent
34-65%
Continuous
66% of the day
Remarks
Lifting
0-10 lbs
x
10-20 lbs
x
20-35 lbs
x
35-50 lbs
x
50-75 lbs
x
75-100 lbs
x
over 100 lbs
x
Forward
Reaching
x
Overhead
Reaching
x
Standing
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing
x
x
x
Pushing
Pulling
0-10 lbs
x
10-20 lbs
x
20-35 lbs
x
35-50 lbs
x
50-100 lbs
x
over 100 lbs
x
Grasping/repetitive
sustained
Fine motor
coordination
x
Vision: Near/Far
x
Hearing: ordinary
converstation/other
x
HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY – I
Qualifications
BLS, One year nursing experience preferred; home health experience desirable
One year nursing experience preferred. Home health nursing experience desirable
Contributes to the development of the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed
Documents all observations, interventions, significant findings and communications within agency established timeframes
Completes assigned responsibilities in required timeframe and accepts additional duties and responsibilities based on the needs of the patient and agency
Serves as a liaison between the agency, community resources, patients and their families. Manages and directs patients and caregivers toward appropriate and available agencies and community resources needed to ensure implementation of the plan of care
Provides care and services in accordance with the requirements of various third party payor sources, Medicare and Medicaid.
Identifies and implements discharge planning needs prior to discharge
Teaches the patient/family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate, provides medication, diet and other instructions as ordered by the provider
Provides health counseling
Assesses for and initiates interventions to promote a safe environment
Participates in the Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program (QAPI)
Complies with infection control and prevention safety policies
Attends and participates in case conferences
Coordinates arrangements for equipment and supplies for patient care
Meets daily/weekly productivity standards established by the agency
Completes annual competency and educational requirements within the required timeframes
Protects patient health information according to the HIPAA privacy rule and Aultman Hospital policies.
Supports the strategic goals of the organization
Abides by the Aultman Code of Conduct at all times
Must have reliable, personal transportation, valid driver’s license and automobile insurance
Skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Working Conditions
Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the agency based upon volume and acuity
Visits may be required during night or evening hours and during periods of inclement weather
Works weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs
Participates in on call rotation as assigned to cover departmental needs and schedules
Travel within the agency designated service areas is required
Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority throughout the assigned shift
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