Registered Nurse Home Health

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - Home Health

Location

• Rutland, VT

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, no shift specified

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient and caregiver needs using the nursing process to deliver quality, evidence-based care in compliance with regulations.
• Develop and communicate personalized care plans, ensuring inclusion of patients and caregivers.
• Manage assigned caseloads efficiently, including scheduling and documentation, in accordance with agency standards.
• Complete accurate and timely OASIS documentation, staying current on documentation requirements.
• Implement medical care plans and nursing interventions, maintaining high standards for patient safety and quality.
• Perform complex skills such as IV therapy, wound care, and infection control measures.
• Collaborate with LPNs and interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and modify as needed to meet patient needs and ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment options, medication management, discharge instructions, and reportable conditions.
• Document patient care and interactions thoroughly and accurately in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Coordinate patient discharges, transfers, and communication with healthcare providers and team members.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, including peer reviews and case conferences, to maintain and improve care quality.
• Advocate for patient needs and ensure care plans are patient-centered and responsive.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments during admission and ongoing IDT meetings, developing individualized care plans within required timeframes.
• Stay updated on advanced nursing skills and infection control standards to provide safe, effective care.
• Assist with interdisciplinary coordination to ensure seamless patient care and efficient service delivery.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Vermont.
• Proven experience with the OASIS documentation process.
• Knowledge of home health care regulations, policies, and best practices.
• Strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to perform high-tech skills such as IV insertion, wound care, and wound VAC management.
• Competency in interdisciplinary collaboration and case management.
• Ability to handle a caseload efficiently and prioritize patient needs.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in home health nursing or similar settings.
• Experience with Medicare/Medicaid documentation and compliance.
• Familiarity with high-tech nursing interventions and complex wound care.
• Bilingual skills or additional language proficiency is a plus.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a compassionate, patient-focused environment dedicated to improving quality of life for homebound patients.
• Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team committed to professional growth and development.