Homecare Nurse

Overview

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring comprehensive and compassionate healthcare delivery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Administer treatments and procedures as directed by physician orders, maintaining high standards of care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly to optimize outcomes and satisfaction.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards and organizational protocols.
• Supervise home health aides, providing guidance and conducting required supervisory visits.
• Educate patients and families on medication management and health practices to promote wellness.
• Maintain effective communication with physicians and care teams to address changes in patient conditions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine healthcare needs and develop care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures in accordance with physician directives.
• Perform wound care, ostomy care, Foley catheter management, and G-tube care.
• Monitor and document patient progress, ensuring compliance with care plans and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless and effective healthcare delivery.
• Supervise and support home health aides, conducting supervisory visits as required.
• Educate patients and families on healthcare practices, medication management, and wellness strategies.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient conditions, communicating with physicians and care teams.

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Minimum of 6 months RN experience or 1 year LPN experience.
• Proficiency in clinical skills such as wound care, ostomy care, and G-tube management.
• Strong preference for candidates with home care, hospice, or med-surg experience.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent clinical judgment, documentation skills, and time management abilities.