Registered Nurses
Location: Sandy Springs Georgia
Description: Suncrest Healthcare is currently seeking to employ Registered Nurses right now, this position will be placed in Georgia. More details about this position opportunity kindly read the description below. Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing skilled nursing services to patients in the home setting. The Registered Nurse plans, coordinates, pro! vides and documents care for patients in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards and agency policies and procedures. The Registered Nurse adheres to Medicare and Medicaid regulations.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides case management as described in state regulation for all cases involving nursing and therapy services. Performs initial and ongoing patient assessments in response to patients needs and in accordance with physician orders. Re-evaluates patients nursing needs on a regular basis. Initiates a written plan of care, re-evaluates and updates the plan as necessary. Participates in in-service programs, agency meetings, trains, and teaches other nursing personnel. Assumes responsibility for each patient receiving nursing or personal care. Develops and implements the nursing care for the patient under the direction of the physician. Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic procedures requiring specialized ski! lls within the nursing scope of practice. Observes and reports! symptoms, reaction to treatments, drugs, and changes in the patients physical or emotional condition. Initiates preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate for the patients care and safety. Assumes responsibility for clinical and progress notes for each patient receiving care. Coordinates patient care and services as needed for the patient. Participates in on call rotation as applicable. Participates in case conferences to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, patient progress, and plans for continued care. Assures that progress reports are made to the physician for patients under medical care describing patient activities and or changes in condition. Documents skilled care and/or services provided in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and agency policies and procedures. Counsels the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs and provides patient/family/caregiver education using various verbal and written c! ommunication techniques that take into account the patients/familys cultural, ethnic, and/or personal needs or preferences. Provides supervision of home health aide services and LPN employees. Prepares written instructions for care provided by home health aides. Assigns selected portions of patient care to Licensed Practical Nurses, but always retains the full responsibility for the care given and for supervisory visits to the patients home. Notifies the physician and the Director of Nursing of any changes in the patients condition and the need to modify the plan of care. Plans patient discharge appropriately; provides information about community resources to address patient ongoing needs. Participates in the agencys performance/quality improvement program. Obtains appropriate number of continuing education credits to maintain re-licensure status. Completes projects/assignments within specific timetables. Attains goals as set forth in the annual performance evaluation. Subm! its documentation within required timeframes. Maintains strict confiden! tiality on patient, agency, and employee matters. Performs other duties as assigned.
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
Qualifications
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Licensure: Currently licensed in the state of practice Experience: Experience as an RN with one of the following: 1 year acute care, home healthcare, community/public health, or outpatient facility experience within the last 2 years CPR per agency policy. Current health certificate/physical examination and TB testing results (if applicable). Evidence of physical abilities to adequately perform described duties. Knowledgeable of federal, state regulations and agencys policies and procedures rega! rding patient care. Able to learn and apply professional training, follow physicians orders and produce accurate records of activities and services provided. Able to see and hear adequately to respond to auditory and visual requests which relate to the coordination of agency activities. Able to speak in a clear, concise voice in order to communicate direction for agency activities and staff. Able to organize work procedures, assume responsibility and effectively supervise others. Demonstrates adequate knowledge regarding exposure to body fluids, and chemicals, and some hazardous equipment. Demonstrates exceptional assessment skills. Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of authority and to patients. Possesses excellent organization, problem solving, and project management skills. Maintains licensure requirements as applicable to the position. Maintains a valid drivers license and insurance as applicable! to the position. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verb! ally and in writing. HIPAA Demonstrates an understanding of the HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) regulations as they apply to their job and business. Maintains strict confidentiality of all patient information, medical information and the medical record.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Apply online: http://www.suncresthealth.com/careers.html
Call us: 615-627-9267
email: lwernikoff@suncresthealth.com
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Suncrest Healthcare.
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This position starts available on: Sat, 12 Oct 2013 20:54:30 GMT
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