Registered Nurse ( RN ) Home Care - Baylor / Full

Company: Cornerstone VNA
Location: Rochester
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionRegistered Nurse ( RN )We have Baylor, Full Time, Part Time positions available all with flexible shifts.About UsFounded in 1913, Cornerstone Visiting Nurse Association is an independent nonprofit home, health and hospice organization serving New Hampshire and Maine.Cornerstone VNA places great value on transforming the home health care experience and is proud to provide care for all ages, from birth though end of life. We are committed to the philosophy that the needs of each patient are best served by the thoughtful integration of specialized programs and services delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals. With our deep commitment to providing high quality care, Cornerstone VNA continues to be recognized for excellence, and many of our clinicians have been recognized with professional awards for their outstanding achievements.Our work would not be possible without our dedicated clinicians, support staff, volunteers, leadership team, Board of Directors, community members and donors who give in countless ways to make this organization what it is today.Job Description:Assessment/Planning

• Reviews record. Establishes and/or follows appropriate plan of care based on clinical best practices.
• Able to organize day with attention to setting up visits to minimize travel time.
• Follows process for obtaining MD orders.
• RN accurately performs patient assessments and creates/adjusts care based on assessment.
• Supplies are ordered correctly, as needed and appropriately.Goals/Pathways
• RN accurately creates patient specific goals/interventions and routinely evaluates status in collaboration with the patient and or representative and adjusts care plans accordinglyDocumentation
• Relevant data and interventions are documented in appropriate areas of chart (e.g. lab work, vitals, treatments and education, etc.)
• RN performs supervision of Licensed Nursing Assistants in accordance with Federal, State licensing laws regulation and agency policy every 14 days or sooner.
• Documentation will be done as part of the visit with an average of 75% done in the home.
• Verifies chart and synchronizes according to agency policy by midnight of each day.Admissions and Care Coordination
• Adheres to scheduling process for visit utilization based on EMR and diagnoses guidelines for each 30 day period.
• Demonstrates knowledge care coordination concepts to implement into clinical practice.
• Communicates effectively with care team and other health care professionals
• Appropriately utilizes resources.
• Appropriate interagency referrals are placed for specialties and other disciplines.
• Provides care utilizing best practice guidelines and disease management workbooks.
• Identifies appropriate ethical dilemmas on caseload
• RN assesses and educates patient/caregiver on Advance Directives.
• Involves patient/representative in discharge planning process and expectations of home care.Oasis
• RN is able to complete OASIS with accuracy and with minimal correctionsPerformance
• Aware of the agencies Quality Improvement Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan and process for quality improvement projects
• Engages in performance self-appraisal on a regular basis, identifying areas of strength as well as areas for professional development.
• Works towards resolution of interpersonal conflicts as they arise.
• Clinician follows agency clinical policies and procedures.
• Completes/attends assigned in-services, State requirements and other trainings/competencies for position
• Demonstrates a desire to set and meet objectives and to find increasingly efficient ways to perform tasks.
• Requires minimal supervision and is self-directed.Other factors affecting performance:
• Completes time log accurately
• Uses technology efficiently
• Delivers care in a nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory manner that is sensitive to client diversity, rights and dignity.
• Maintains and protects client and agency confidentiality within legal and regulatory parameters.
• Maintains a Positive Attitude/Tact/Discretion
• Appearance - will adhere to agency dress code
• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Meets agency productivity expectationsRequirements:

• Active ME or NH License
• 1-2 years homecare experienceBenefits:
  • Medical/Dental/Life Insurance/STD, covered in full for employee
  • On-going education/training
  • Generous earned time benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • AAA Basic Coverage, free for employee
  • Mileage Reimbursement, government rate
  • Exceptional and supportive work environment
  • 403(B) with employer matching#INDBaylor - 12 hour shifts available Full Time / Part Time positions availableFlexible shifts available03867

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