RN - Home Health

Nursing Position

To provide professional nursing care to assigned clients in support of the client's physician and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the Home Health Services Department (HHSD).

Job Description

• Ensures quality care for clients of all ages and groups by providing appropriate documentation, communication, and other follow-up and by using time, supplies, and other resources productively.
• Ensures quality and the safe delivery of home health care services.
• Conducts a client assessment as appropriate and completes visit documentation according to MMCI HHSD policy/procedure and regulatory bodies' requirements.
• Develops, implements, evaluates, and amends a client's Plan of Care (POC) in cooperation with the physician, client/caregiver, and other health care members involved in the care.
• Implements nursing interventions to meet the client's needs and changing conditions in accordance with HHSD policy/procedures.
• Communicates to the physician changes in the client's condition according to HHSD policy/procedure.
• Communicates with the physician(s), client/caregiver, and other health care professionals involved in the care of the client per HHSD policy/procedure.
• Communicates the client/caregiver's needs to other staff members as appropriate when others are assigned to the client's care.
• Participates in client case reports to team members.
• Reports to the assigned Home Health Clinical Manager.
• Gives routine primary client reports to the Clinical Manager which include, but are not limited to, problems encountered with the client's care, the client's progress toward goals, client admission to primary caseload.
• Respects client confidentiality in all communications.
• Reports and completes appropriate documentation regarding client occurrences following HHSD policy/procedure.
• Uses time, supplies, and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost-effective client care.
• Observes, performs tests, procedures, and initiates measures to prevent complications or minimize the effects of disease or injury.
• Demonstrates skilled care on an intermittent basis in compliance with the care described in the Plan of Treatment (POT).
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the individual client.
• Recognizes the need for referral(s) to other disciplines or resources that might assist with client care.
• Sets goals with the client/caregiver that are realistic, age-specific, and in accordance with the Plan of Treatment.
• Provides thorough coordination of care for all clients by communicating and/or documenting appropriate follow-up with HHSD staff, physicians, and other sources in accordance with HHSD policy/procedure.
• Supervises and directs client care provided by HHSD Home Care Aides (HCA) as well as makes supervisory visits in the client's home.
• Assesses progression of goals for all disciplines involved in care per HHSD Policy/Procedures.
• Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
• Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider's orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.
• Ensures that clinical records are complete, legible, accurate, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Provides necessary and appropriate documentation for various client-related processes including admission/assessment visits, Home Health Certification/Recertification, Plan of Treatment (POT), Client Care Plans, Daily Visit Notes, Change Orders, Discharge Visit/Summaries, OASIS, Audit issues, Occurrence Reports, ON-call visit communications, and Follow-up communications.
• Provides clinical records that comply with MMCI HHSD Policies and Procedures and State and Federal Rules and Regulations and adheres to the standards of Regulatory agencies.
• Submits all clinical documentation per HHSD policy/procedure.
• Demonstrates punctuality and flexibility in work schedule to meet the needs of the client/caregiver and the needs of the department.
• Utilizes time so that client care is maximized.
• Organizes visit schedule so that clients are seen within the assigned time required.
• Recognizes and prioritizes client needs so that all members of the caseload receive maximal care.
• Shows flexibility in work schedule by beginning earlier or ending later or changing work shift in order to accommodate the needs of the client/caregiver in the community and meet the needs of the department.
• Attends and participates in Quarterly Departmental meetings.
• Attends and participates in monthly team/departmental meetings.
• Is responsible for signing up for on-call duties.
• Demonstrates ability to triage on-call needs as they occur.
• Responds willingly to requests by HHSD to assist in covering extra skilled nursing visits, call coverage, weekend/holiday p.m. visits.
• Turns in cellular phone statements/payments by specified time.
• Submits payroll time slip sheets accurately and timely.
• Obtains and utilizes educational opportunities for professional development, personal growth, and remains up-to-date with current trends.
• Assumes responsibility for being informed about developments in the department and the health care field.
• Informs and interprets health information to clients/caregivers and other members of the home health team.
• Identifies own learning needs by participating in educational activities within the department, organization, and community.
• Meets and maintains all departmental and MMCI educational requirements.
• Participates and/or assists departmental work groups/teams.
• Is knowledgeable of payor sources requirements, OASIS Data Sets, Standards of Professional practice, HHSD policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• College Diploma in Nursing
• Registered Professional Nurse (RN) License upon hire
• Driver's License upon hire
• Must possess and maintain auto insurance upon hire
• 1-3 years of experience in an acute care setting

Company Overview

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups, and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $32.39 per hour - $55.71 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.