Field Nurse

Overview

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans and promoting optimal health outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive physical assessments and provide skilled nursing interventions tailored to diverse patient needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective preventive and rehabilitative care strategies.
• Educate patients and families on health management, fostering understanding and compliance with care plans.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all patient interactions and care activities.
• Participate in care planning meetings to align patient needs with healthcare objectives.
• Provide compassionate care to individuals with complex conditions, ensuring dignity and comfort.
• Support and mentor aides to uphold high standards of patient care and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform thorough physical assessments and document findings to guide patient care plans effectively.
• Monitor and reassess patient conditions, ensuring consistent delivery of skilled nursing care.
• Implement preventive and rehabilitative procedures tailored to individual patient needs and goals.
• Communicate changes in patient conditions promptly to healthcare providers for timely interventions.
• Educate patients and families on managing health conditions and adhering to treatment plans.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary care planning conferences to optimize patient outcomes.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and within established timelines.
• Conduct supervision visits and assist in training aides to ensure quality care delivery.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Nursing or equivalent educational background.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license with a minimum of 1 year of field nursing experience.
• Experience working with patients with complex conditions such as dementia or tuberculosis preferred.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Effective communication and counseling skills to educate patients and families.
• Proficiency in patient-centered care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Comfortable working in the field and traveling within designated areas.
• Preferred experience in LCSA or similar healthcare settings.