p>As a Home Health Registered Nurse, heres a big-picture view of what youll do: • Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries and chronic diseases-often after discharge from a hospital, rehab or nursing facility • Work with a team of physicians and oversee LPNs, CNAs and aides providing patient care • Examine patients, do assessments, document progress and report changes to their physician • Educate patients on their plan of care, prescribed medication, therapy, diet and exercise • Coach family members on the patients plan of care, medication and home safety • Ensure goals are met and coordinate discharge from services.
A few must-haves for Home Health Registered Nurses:
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and active RN license in AZ • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, ideally in home healthcare • CPR certification, Fingerprint Card • Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations • Clinical proficiency in nursing specialty, strong communication skills and compassion.