Job Title:
Registered Nurse (RN) - Per Diem

Company: HouseWorks LLC

Location: waltham, MA

Created: 2024-05-10

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

About HouseWorksFueled by a real understanding of today's challenges, HouseWorks is committed to a fundamental re-imagining of what it means to age. With over 20 years of operating experience, we have built a replicable service prototype, developed profitable, long-standing referral relationships, and created an innovative brand that positions us to serve the future customer. HouseWorks has grown to be one of the largest single-site private home care companies in the country and is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of its employees and the people it serves. We are embarking on an exciting new growth chapter that focuses on client service excellence, caregiver engagement, technological innovation, and growth in new markets.Job Summary:The RN is responsible for administering the care plan and the patientclient's health and wellness as indicated by the plan of care. Assures compliance with nursingclinical standards federal, state, and local government regulations, and company policies. This role reports to DON.Essential Functions:Follows the appropriate Care Plan in collaboration with the Director of NursingCase Managers. Participates in the admission, discharge, and re-assessment of Med clientsObtain medication orders and medication lists directly of client's prescribing physician andor approved facility per agency policyResponsible for ensuring that ample medications are available in the home and provide medication education as neededMay be required to assist clients with obtaining re-fills, pharmacy pick up, med lock box management, and Narcotic logsProvides on-going instructions to agency caregivers, including reinforcement of adhering to the plan of care, Standard Precautions, agency polies, client safety, and HIPPA. Documents services rendered and changes in client conditions andor family and home situation. Collaboration with other agency disciplines andor external agencies (i.e. Hospice)Communicates with Case Managers, DON, or client's legal representativefamily and concerns or issues regarding client status as necessary. Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent problem-solving ability, organizational skills and requires minimal directionDemonstrated competence in applying processes designated to ensure adherence to all pertinent federal and state rules and regulationsStrong communication skills. Possess the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with staff, physicians, referral sources, patients and families. Demonstrate computer literacy skills.Qualifications:Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing. Current licensed RN or LPN in practicing stateOne or more years of experience and responsibilities in clinical home health services, or equivalent preferredMust be a licensed driver in the appropriate state and have available independent transportation with current care insurance coverageCurrent CPR certification.Working Conditions:Significant portion of daily assignment involves application of manual skill requiring motor coordination and finger dexterity. Work does involve occupations risk ( i.e. needlestick). Routine exposure to infectious hazards, including blood borne pathogens.HWOS1000HouseWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.Powered by JazzHRkjv5fX6HbB