Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Care

Vivo HealthStaff is hiring a Home Care Registered Nurse in San Jose, CA.



Position Summary:



Under the direction of the Home Care Manager, the Home Care Registered Nurse offers direct skilled care as well as supervision of care to participants receiving home care services.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. ​Clinical Practice: Evaluates, implements, and develops a home care treatment plan for participants. Monitors participant changes and adjusts treatment plan accordingly. Provides skilled nursing care as needed.


2. Supervision and Training: Instructs and supervises geriatric aides and LVNs in carrying out the home care treatment plan. Teaches and counsels participants and family members regarding participants' care and safety.


3. Interdisciplinary Teamwork and Communication: Participates actively in the interdisciplinary team by offering clinical expertise in team planning and problem-solving. Communicates effectively with participants, family, and team members.


4. Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (knowledge, skills, abilities)

1. Graduate of an accredited college or university with either an associate or baccalaureate degree in nursing.


2. Possess a current California Registered Nurse license. A California Public Health Nurse certificate is desired.


3. Experience in public health nursing desired.


4. One-year experience working with the elderly or frail population required.


5. Ability to work as part of multidisciplinary team.


6. Two years of acute care experience required (ICU, ER or Critical care) or homecare experience


7. CA Driver's license and be WILLING to drive and travel.


8. CPR certificate.