staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health - $35-51 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Milwaukee
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home
Health for a nursing job in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job Description &
Requirements
- Specialty: Home Health
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- 24 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff*** Weekend shift differentialHome Health
Registered Nurse- Weekend ProgramlocationsMilwaukee - 11333 W
National Avetime typePart timeposted onPosted 14 Days Agojob
requisition idR76638Department:34000 Milwaukee South -
Administration: NursingStatus: Part timeBenefits Eligible:YesHours
Per Week:24Schedule Details/Additional
Information:Schedule-Saturday and Sunday 8-8, holiday rotation
requirement$5,000 Sign on Bonus for external hiresSchedule-Saturday
and Sunday 8-8, holiday rotation requirement$5,000 Sign on Bonus
for external hiresMajor Responsibilities:Performs all scheduled
visits and collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team
as necessary.Conducts thorough physical, psychosocial and
environmental assessments of assigned patients and updates plan of
care where appropriate and as a result of visit finding. Follows a
care plan, which identifies problems (nursing diagnosis) and
evaluates outcomes within a certain time frame.Communicates with
physicians to confirm and update patient's plan of treatment that
may be necessary as a result of assigned visits. Communicates those
changes to the primary registered nurse.Provides on-going
assessment of patient response to treatments, medications and
teaching and applies interventions as appropriate. Updates and
revises care plan as indicated.Schedules patients and case
conferences with primary registered nurse.Assists with the
discharge planning process according to agency standards and
utilizes interagency/system and community resources to assure
continuity of care after discharge.Accurately documents and updates
patient records according to agency, state and federal
guidelines.Communicates problems to physicians and primary
Registered Nurse, and clearly states plans, actions and goals so
that changes are reflected as they occur.Follows published policies
and procedures and regularly monitors changes or additions to
them.Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties,
which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper
technique.Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and
development over the life span and possess the ability to assess
data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the
appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide
the care needed as described in the department's policies and
procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the
departmental job standards.Licensure, Registration, and/or
Certification Required:Registered Nurse license issued by the state
in which the team member practices, andBasic Life Support (BLS) for
Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart
Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless
department leader has determined it is not required, andA valid
drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles, orDriver
license issued by the state of Illinois.Education
Required:Associate's Degree in Nursing.Experience
Required:Typically requires 2 years of experience in
nursing.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Proficiency in
clinical skills with the ability to work under direction and make
sound judgments.Excellent communication (written and verbal) and
interpersonal skills.Ability to develop rapport and maintain
positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients,
staff and physicians.Demonstrated ability to effectively make
critical, independent decisions.Good organization, prioritization
and problem solving skills.Ability to multi-task with frequent
interruptions.Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver
License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance
coverage.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Must be able
to sit, stand, walk and climb stairs for limited to prolonged
periods of time. Must have the physical agility to move about in
confined spaces, including bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting
and occasionally reaching one or both over head.Must have the
physical stamina to attend to patient care requirements over a
period of three or more hours without complete rest.Must be able to
concentrate with frequent interruptions.Must have accurate vision
to read gauges and measuring devices and to interpret written
instructions.Subject to exposure to chemical and hazardous waste
and communicable disease; therefore protective clothing must be
worn, as needed.Must be able to:- Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to
waist.- Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.- Carry up to 40 lbs. a
reasonable distance.Must be able to:- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of
force.Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person
present.Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.This
job description indicates the general nature and level of work
expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform
other related duties.Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th
largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the U.S. with
nearly 3 million patients served at more than 500 sites of care in
Illinois and Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining
the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers,
innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge
research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are
recognized for clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.
Advocate Aurora Health is one of the 10th largest not-for-profit,
integrated health systems in the U.S. with nearly 3 million
patients served at more than 500 sites of care in Illinois and
Wisconsin, including 28 hospitals. We're redefining the standard
for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative
solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and
clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for
clinical excellence in a variety of specialties.Advocate Aurora
Health Job ID #R76638R.About Advocate Aurora HealthAdvocate Aurora
Health's 22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence,
compassion and respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose
of helping people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse
you can, Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources
for orientation, education and professional development, in the
care setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will
be heard clearly whether you're at one of our 10 Magnet -
designated hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. -Join our team
and be inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the
best place in the nation for nurses to pursue their
passion.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
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