Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health - $35-43 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: South Milwaukee
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home
Health for a nursing job in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Job
Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse Off Shift- Home Health
Job ID:
R42812
Shift:
2nd
Full/Part Time:
Part Time
Location:
11333 W National Ave
West Allis, WI 53227
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
24
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
PM shift 1. Generally home by 11PM to finish up charting. Usually
see 2-3 patients per shift and may take calls from others to answer
questions. Monday through Friday with 1-2 weekend shifts per
month.$5,000 Sign on Bonus for External Hires
Responsible for arranging necessary healthcare services for
patients requiring nursing services in their homes after normal
hours of operation, which include case management, including
conducting initial assessments, establishing a plan of care for
patients, and providing direct patient care. Responsible for all
activities related to on-call visits and communicating changes to
the primary Registered Nurse. Evaluates and executes appropriate
treatment for referred patients with emphasis on quality of care,
continuity of services, and cost-effectiveness.
Assumes responsibility for caseload consisting of patients whose
primary needs occur after normal business hours of operation.
Performs all scheduled visits after normal business hours of
operation and communicates visit findings to appropriate case
manager and collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team
as necessary.
Conducts initial assessment to obtain thorough physical, social,
and environmental data. Establishes the plan of care in accordance
with the physician orders and patient needs. Communicates problems
to physicians and primary registered nurse, and clearly states
plans, actions, and goals so that changes are reflected as they
occur.
Provides direct patient care and adjusts nursing care processes as
needed. Identifies problems, modifies nursing care plan, and
evaluates outcomes within an appropriate time frame. Advises and
consults with family and other personnel, as appropriate.
Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments and
teaching and applies interventions as appropriate. Updates and
revises plan of care as indicated.
Completes documentation including visit assessment, OASIS, 485 and
verbal orders accurately and promptly and within the standards.
Communicates with physicians to confirm and update patients' plan
of care. Provides status updates and ensures ongoing communications
with the physician and other members of the health care team.
Facilitates the discharge planning process according to standards
and utilizes resources to assure continuity of care after
discharge. Participates in developing the discharge plan with the
patient/family, physician, social worker, and other staff members
as appropriate.
Participates in chart audits and continuous quality improvement
activities as requested.
Identifies, develops and participates in process improvement
opportunities that will enhance the quality of the services
provided.
Scheduled Hours
evening hours
Licenses & Certifications
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team
member practices, and
Basic 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.
A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles,
or
Driver license issued by the state of Illinois.
Degrees
Associate's Degree in Nursing.
Required Functional Experience
Typically requires 3 years of experience in clinical nursing.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the
ability to work with a variety of clients with patience and
respect. Good organizational, analytical and problem solving
skills.Demonstrated ability to work well with physicians and other
professionals in a direct and positive manner.Proficiency in
clinical skills with the ability to work under direction and make
sound judgments.Ability to operate the necessary equipment to
perform the job, i.e., FAX, computer, copier, telephone
system.Ability to assess data reflecting the patient's status and
the ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to
identify each patient's requirements relative to their specific
needs.Must have a tolerance for differences and an appreciation of
multi-culturalism and diversity of the patients and their
families.Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License
and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance
coverage.Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R42812.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
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