JOB SUMMARY
The Home Health Registered Nurse administers skilled nursing service to home health patients and completes required documentation and records. The nurse supervises nurse aides and licensed practical nurses.
Performs back up nursing for Hospice.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
- Holds an active Registered Nurse license and is eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky.
- Current BLS certification
Minimum Work Experience
Two years' experience as a licensed nurse.FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Physical Requirements
Sitting - 16-31%
Walking - 1-15%
Standing - 1-15%
Bending / Squatting - 1-15%
Climbing / Kneeling - 1-15%
Twisting - 1-15%
OSHA Category
Minimal Potential for Direct Body Fluid Exposure
Visual and Hearing Requirements
Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.
Color vision ability required.
Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.
Other Physical / Environmental Demands
Lifting - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance
Carrying - 0-50lbs, 50lbs or more with assistance
Pulling - up to 100lbs
Pushing - up to 100lbs
LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
Mission, Service, and Values
Supports the hospital Mission, Service and Values.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs patient assessments as appropriate to specific age including OASIS information according to standards.Provides direct nursing services as ordered by physician including specialized care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.Documents the delivery of patient care and visit records.Supervises activities of the home health and hospice aides and licensed practical nurses.Provides case management for Home and Community Based Services.Completes forms and calls for prior approval for Home & Community Based Services, and EPSDT patients and assesses patients for First Steps Services.Takes call as assigned by Home Health and / or Hospice Coordinator.Educates patient and / or caregiver on disease management and consults with physician as needed.Reviews, educates, and updates patient medications accurately and timely.Explains philosophy, purpose, scope and role of hospice to patients / families.Prepares and implements treatment plan for patient and family, in collaboration with the patient and family and other members of the interdisciplinary team.Orders needed medications, supplies, and equipment.Instructs caregivers in the proper use of medication, supplies and equipment, and in the basic skills required to care for the patient in the home.Functions as a liaison between patient / family and other care providers of the interdisciplinary team.ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
T.J. Pledge
I Will Show Compassion
see all patients, family members, coworkers, physicians, and anyone else at T.J. as my customer.recognize that each and every interaction I have at T.J. Regional Health mattersshow kindness and compassion towards my customers at all timesbe sensitive to the personal and private needs of every customerI Will Cooperate With Others
maintain zero tolerance for abusive behaviorlisten and be willing to accept fault when I make a mistakenever underestimate the power of an apologyrefrain from blame and judgmentbring a sense of calm to stressful situationsI Will Collaborate With Others
value myself and every coworker as an equal part of one GREAT team working togethertreat others in a way that I would like to be treatedparticipate only in conversations that are courteous, respectful, and reflect positively on my teammates and T.J. Regional Healthfoster a calm and pleasant atmosphere, and refrain from gossip, rumors, and insultsspeak honestly, seek truth, and act with integrity towards my teammatesvalue the uniqueness and expertise that each team member contributes to the wholemeet the need of the moment, regardless of whether or not it is considered part of my jobI Will Communicate
smile - at everyonealways introduce myself, my role, and my purpose use body language, eye contact, and tone of voice that shows respect in every interactionfollow the 10 / 5 rule : always acknowledging people at 10 feet away with a smile and always greeting people at 5 feet awayescort any customer in need (visitors, patients) to their destinationI Will Adapt To Change
be a part of the solution when I am presented with a challengeembrace change and set the example for those around meaccept openly when there are changes that T.J. Regional and / or I have no control overmanage the expectations of others by explaining duration and next steps as often as neededI Will Be A Champion
serve with passionview myself as an owner of T.J. Regional Health and act accordinglytake responsibility for the physical appearance of T.J. Regional Health, including my work areago out of my way to daily thank and compliment my customers and coworkersdare to make a difference and be exceptionalconstantly try to improve myself and T.J. Regional Healthspeak positively about T.J. Regional, while at work and in public places outside of work#TJRegionalHealth10
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