Home Care Registered Nurse - Part time

It’s more than just a job! $38-$42 per hour part-time, hours will vary.

Come join one of the fastest-growing home care companies in the nation. Through its franchisees, Senior Helpers is the leading senior care provider and is the first national in-home care company to be recognized as a Great Place to Work! Senior Helpers North Metro culture is based on strong core values, recognition of achievements and respect.

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for client care, and will be expected to evaluate clients’ needs, prepare and sign-off care plans, and ensure assigned caregivers provide appropriate care. Additionally, the RN will also be responsible for training and evaluating caregivers’ skills, verifying skills, and providing training and support during onboarding orientation.

Senior Helpers North Metro services clients located in Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Champlin, Circle Pines, Elk River, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes, Otsego and Ramsey.

This job description outlines the objective, primary responsibilities and requirements. This description is not meant to be an exhaustive list of services, as the duties to be performed will vary.

Objective: To oversee the care of clients and monitor aides, perform nursing assessments, and write, monitor, and update care plans for clients with a home care agency.
Reports to: Owner and/or Director of Operations

Primary Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Coach all staff in proper safety procedures and consistently reinforce procedures


• Train and evaluate caregivers during orientation to provide guidance and knowledge around proper techniques and guidelines for caregiving as it relates to the job, while also serving as the subject matter expert for the hands on skills assessment required for caregivers


• Travel to and from clients' homes and complete all necessary documentation for nursing assessments and observations for clients in all parts of the territory listed above


• Plan and execute evaluations pertaining to clients and caregivers


• Evaluate clients on a regular basis and/or as necessary to ensure client needs are consistent with the care plan


• Coordinate and collaborate with management on implementing and revising operational procedures related to quality client care


• Utilize professional assessment skills to identify physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of client and be able to develop a care plan to meet these needs in a multi-disciplinary approach


• Function as a resource and mentor to peers and subordinates to maintain professional nursing standards


• Act on client’s behalf to ensure patient rights


• Be aware of home safety issues, strive to accomplish all responsibilities in a safe manner, and consistently reinforce good safety attitude and practices displayed by other staff members


• Document any client complaints concerning a caregiver and review complaints with the management team


• This job description may be modified at any time. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Able to work as a team member - this is critical to the success with Senior Helpers North Metro


• At least one (1) year of home health care experience


• Technological experienced - not limited to; scheduling software, Microsoft Outlook and other digital programs to streamline business practices. 


• Able to maintain confidential information


• Able to communicate effectively with company staff, the clients, and client’s families


• Able to supervise (instruct, assign work, etc.) caregivers while on duty


• Excellent verbal and communication skills, adaptable in different situations, and possess excellent client interaction skills


• Able to multi-task and work independently


• Required Education and Experience:


• ADN or BSN


• Current, unencumbered RN license


• CPR Certification


• Current TB Test


• Must maintain CEU requirements as required by the Board of Nursing


• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have at least five (5) years of home health care experience


• Training and supervisory experience


• Experience working with VA patients/clients

Benefits Offered:

• Flexible schedule


• Benefits offered for part-time employees after requirements fulfilled per MN employment law

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We are an independently owned and operated Senior Helpers franchised business. Through its franchisees, Senior Helpers is the nation's premier provider of in-home senior services ranging from specialized care for those with diseases, such as dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, to personal and companion care to help individuals looking for a little assistance with daily activities. Senior Helpers has over 300 combined franchised-corporate store businesses that have cared for tens of thousands of seniors. Senior Helpers' culture is based on strong core values, recognition of achievements and respect. Senior Helpers was founded in 2002 with a vision to help seniors age with dignity. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.