LPN or RN - Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in Home Health!

Job description

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast-growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah. If you’re a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission-driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most. We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in or near Reno, NV, to administer patient care in accordance with a physician-established care plan. This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. **Comp:** RNs earn $45-55/hr + $1,500 bonus LPNs earn $35-43/hr + $1,500 bonus **We're currently hiring for a few cases in Northern Nevada! Each is an opportunity to work closely with one patient. Available cases:** Carson City - 8 hours a month, flexible to meet scheduling needs Reno - 3 hours weekly, flexible to meet scheduling needs Fernley - 4 hours a month Yerington - 8 hours a month, flexible to meet scheduling needs ### Responsibilities - 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 ### Minimum Qualifactions - Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing - Current State or Compact License as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse - TB test and physical examination - Current CPR certification - 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 ### Preferred Qualifications - 1+ years of experience as an LPN or RN in a clinical or home health setting - Ability to assist with two person assist