RN Registered Nurse

Position Summary:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide supplemental and contract services to our clients in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable manner. You will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing at the assigned home and understand the limitations and scope of care that can be provided based on your specific education level. You will collaborate closely with the Director of Nursing to deliver the nursing process effectively.

Reporting Requirement: To Clinical Nurse Director

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will be responsible for:

• Assessing, observing, and speaking to patients

• Recording details and symptoms of patient medical history and current health
• Preparing patients for exams and treatment
• Administering medications and treatments and monitoring patients for side effects and reactions
• Creating, implementing, and evaluating patient Plan of Cares with the medical team
• Performing wound care, such as cleaning and bandaging
• Assisting in medical procedures as needed
• Operating and monitoring medical equipment
• Drawing blood, urine samples, and other body fluids for lab work
• Educating patients and family members on treatment and Plan of Cares, and answering their questions
• Supervising licensed practical nurses, nursing assistants, and nursing students
• Expected to perform all nursing duties in accordance with federal, state, VA, and local laws, while adhering to all facility policies and procedures.
• Provide routine nursing care for assigned patients, using age-specific and universal precautions at all times, and practice patient teaching and training for patients and families according to the Plan of Care.
• Follow hospital policy for disposing of biohazard materials and properly label and handle all materials.
• Administer prescribed medications to assigned patients orally, topically, subcutaneously, intradermally, and intramuscularly under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, being knowledgeable of all medications, reactions, and dosage requirements.
• Communicate with all staff, patients, and families using excellent written and verbal skills and consistently seek educational tools and in-services to broaden your knowledge of various age groups, diseases, and best practices.
• Handle and be knowledgeable about all medical equipment used in patient care and perform various sensory requirements such as vision, speech, smell, touch, manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and hearing in order to accurately assess and treat the patient.
• Comply with all facility policies and procedures, upholding the high expectations of Ultimate Care, LLC, and be accountable and responsible for each specific patient assigned while under direct supervision.
• Be punctual and dependable for assigned and confirmed shifts.

Requirements:

• One year or more of full-time clinical practice in each specialty area (Preferred)
• To be considered for this position, you must have graduated from an accredited College of Practical Nursing and hold a current nursing license in the state(s) in which you wish to practice.
• Current BLS/CPR training with card, any other specialty certifications required for working in specific specialty areas (PALS, ACLS, NRP, etc.)
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Physical ability to lift and move patients, as needed. Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (preferred)

Working Conditions:

• This is a part-time or full-time position, with hours varying depending on the needs of the patient
• The RN may work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• The RN will work in the patient's home, and may be required to travel to different locations within the service area

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Summary:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will provide supplemental and contract services to our clients in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable manner. You will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) at the assigned home and understand the limitations and scope of care that can be provided based on your specific education level. You will collaborate closely with the supervising RN to deliver the nursing process effectively.
In this role, you will observe, record, report on, and assist with the nursing plan of care, the implementation of care, and the evaluation of the patient's status and progress. You should be aware that accepting an assignment may involve potential exposure to internal and external hazardous materials, such as blood borne pathogens, infectious or communicable diseases, noise, physical injury from patients, airborne dust, fumes, and gas.

Reporting Requirement: To Clinical Nurse Director

The LPN will work under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse Director and will report any changes in the patient's condition.

Responsibilities:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will be expected to perform your job duties in accordance with federal, state, VA, and local laws, while upholding the highest standards of ethics and safety. Your top priority will always be the care of the patient. You will work closely with the entire healthcare team at your assigned home and must have a full understanding of your limitations, seeking advice when needed. While the following list represents some of your expected duties, it is not exhaustive.
• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures
• Provide direct patient care and report any changes in patient status to the supervising RN to ensure patient comfort and safety
• Assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in caring for patients, providing a complete and thorough report on patient status at the end of each shift or assignment to the supervising RN
• Perform routine nursing care for assigned patients, using age-specific and universal precautions at all times
• Practice patient teaching and training for patients and families according to the plan of care.
• Follow hospital policy for disposing of biohazard materials and properly label and handle all materials
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of nursing theory, techniques, principles, and practice in order to provide holistic care for the patient, reporting any changes in the patient's condition to the RN and following up with proper documentation
• Administer prescribed medications to assigned patients orally, topically, subcutaneously, intradermally, and intramuscularly under the direct supervision of the RN, being knowledgeable of all medications, reactions, and dosage requirements
• Communicate with all staff, patients, and families using excellent written and verbal skills
• Consistently seek educational tools and in-services to broaden knowledge of various age groups, diseases, and best practices
• Handle and be knowledgeable about all medical equipment used in patient care
• Perform various sensory requirements such as vision, speech, smell, touch, manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and hearing in order to accurately assess and treat the patient
• Comply with all facility policies and procedures, upholding the high expectations of Ultimate Care, LLC
• Be accountable and responsible for each specific patient assigned while under direct supervision
• Be punctual and dependable for assigned and confirmed shifts.
• Must be able to work a schedule that includes occasional weekends, holidays and evenings.

Requirements:

• One year or more of full-time clinical practice in each specialty area (Preferred)
• To be considered for this position, you must have graduated from an accredited College of Practical Nursing and hold a current nursing license in the state(s) in which you wish to practice.
• Current BLS/CPR training with card, any other specialty certifications required for working in specific specialty areas (PALS, ACLS, NRP, etc.)
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Physical ability to lift and move patients, as needed. Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (preferred)

Working Conditions:

• This is a part-time or full-time position, with hours varying depending on the needs of the patient
• The LPN may work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• The LPN will work in the patient's home, and may be required to travel to different locations within the service area

Compensation:

The RN / LPN will be paid an hourly wage, with the rate depending on experience and location