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RN Assessments - Need responsible Traveling RN for Home Care Agency

LIVE LOVE & LAUGH HOMECARE SERVICES

Columbia, SC, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Academic Advice, Clinical Monitoring, Communication Skills, Community Health, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service Evaluation, Dental Insurance, Develop and Maintain Customers, Documentation, Driver's License, Health Plan, Home Care, Licensing, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Medications, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Patient Care Authorizations, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Project Tracking, Quality Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Service Delivery, State Laws and Regulations, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Columbia, SC, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Dental insurance

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description
Agency: Live Love & Laugh - Home Care Services, LLC


Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN)


Department: Client Assessment

Position Summary


The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the clinical oversight of client care services. The RN conducts initial nursing assessments, develops individualized care plans, supervises direct care staff, and performs scheduled reassessments of clients at required intervals including 30-day and 90-day reassessments to ensure quality care and regulatory compliance.
Qualifications


The Registered Nurse must meet the following qualifications:


• Hold a current, active Registered Nurse license in the State of South Carolina


• Graduate from an accredited nursing program


• Minimum one (1) year nursing experience preferred in home health or community health


• Knowledge of home care regulations and standards


• Ability to assess physical, emotional, and social needs of clients


• Strong documentation and communication skills


• Current CPR certification preferred


• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation


 Essential Duties and Responsibilities


Client Assessments


 


The Registered Nurse shall:


 • Conduct initial comprehensive nursing assessments prior to the start of services


• Evaluate the client’s physical condition, mental status, safety needs, and home environment


• Identify medical conditions, medications, and functional limitations


• Determine appropriate level of care and services required


• Develop an Individualized Plan of Care (POC) in coordination with the client and family


• Ensure services are appropriate for the client’s needs


 30-Day Reassessment


 The Registered Nurse shall perform a 30-day reassessment for new clients to:


 • Evaluate the effectiveness of the current care plan


• Assess changes in the client’s physical or mental condition


• Review caregiver performance and service delivery


• Identify any new medical concerns or risks


• Update the care plan if necessary


• Ensure services remain appropriate and safe


 90-Day Reassessment
The Registered Nurse shall conduct 90-day reassessments to:
• Review the client’s overall health status


• Evaluate progress toward care plan goals


• Assess safety in the home environment


• Review medications and medical changes


• Confirm that services remain necessary


• Update or revise the care plan as needed


• Document findings and recommendations


 Plan of Care Responsibilities


 The RN is responsible for:


 • Developing individualized care plans for each client


• Updating the care plan after reassessments


• Communicating care plan changes to caregivers


• Ensuring caregivers follow the approved care plan


 Staff Supervision


 The Registered Nurse will:


 • Provide clinical supervision to caregivers and home care aides


• Conduct supervisory visits in the client’s home


• Evaluate staff performance and adherence to care plans


• Provide education and guidance to caregivers


• Report performance concerns to the Administrator


 Documentation Requirements


 The RN shall ensure:


 • Accurate and timely documentation of all assessments


• Completion of reassessment reports


• Documentation of care plan updates


• Compliance with agency documentation policies


• Records are maintained according to regulatory requirements
Quality Assurance


 The RN participates in agency quality improvement activities including:


 • Monitoring client satisfaction and outcomes


• Reporting incidents or changes in condition


• Ensuring compliance with agency policies and state regulations


• Assisting with audits and licensing reviews


 Client Rights and Safety


 The Registered Nurse must:


 • Respect the dignity and rights of all clients


• Maintain confidentiality of client information


• Ensure safe care practices in the home


• Report abuse, neglect, or exploitation according to state law


 Physical Requirements
The RN must be able to:
• Travel to client homes


• Perform physical assessments


• Lift up to 25 pounds when necessary


• Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods


 Work Environment


 Work is performed in client homes, agency offices





 
 


 

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