RN Home Care Visits PRN
Company: LHC Group
Location: Euclid
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Company Overview Willcare is currently hiring Registered Nurses
for PRN Home Care Visits in the Euclid area. This position is
eligible for a Loyalty Bonus, as well as flexible schedules and
weekly pay. In addition, you'll be able to earn PTO hours if you
work 32 hrs/week or more! As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will
render professional nursing care to patients in their home by
assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating home nursing
care needs of assigned patients. The RN will also educate and
advise patients and their families in how to get the most from
their treatment programs. Willcare, a part of LHC Group, is the
preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and
families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term
acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality,
cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health
at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have
partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the
home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group,
because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about
helping people. Essential Functions Provides clinical services
within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws
governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of
care, and in coordination with other members of the health care
team. Makes the initial and or comprehensive nursing evaluation
visit, determines primary focus of care, develops the plan of care
within State specific guidelines, and submits accurate, complete,
and timely documentation, per policy. Regularly evaluates and
re-evaluates (as warranted by changes in condition but at least
every 60 days) the patient's nursing needs. Performs patient
comprehensive assessments at designated time points and develops
the appropriate POC, in collaboration with physician orders.
Ensures patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity
guidelines as defined by payer source. Initiates, develops,
implements and makes necessary revisions to the plan of care in
collaboration with the physician and other health care
professional's involved in care. Makes referrals to other
disciplines, as indicated by patient's assessed need. Responds to
outcome coordinator coder and Patient Care Manager requests for
clarification to OASIS assessments on the same day that the request
for more information is sent. Plots patient encounters for the
episode and determines needed RN encounters based on patient's
needs and regulations. Instructs and supervises the patient's
family caregiver in the care of the patient and maintenance of a
healthy environment for the patient. Actively participates in
weekly case conferences. Maintains a current and accurate patient
medication profile. After start of care (SOC) assessment, reports
the status of the patient, assessed needs, and plan of care
overview to the team leader on same day (or by next business day if
after hours). Observes, records and reports to the physician and/or
team leader the patient's signs and symptoms, response to treatment
and changes in the patient's condition, as appropriate. Ensures
adequate Team Leader (TL) communication when physician follow-up is
needed. Communicates changes in visit assignments, dates of
scheduled visits, and schedule changes to scheduler and Patient
Care Manger to ensure patient needs are met. Communicates timely
and effectively with agency personnel and ordering physician as
required to process orders and OASIS data sets, schedule home
visits, and deliver services to patient as ordered by physician and
in accordance with applicable laws and regulation. Facilitates
hand-off communication to RN and PCM who will cover patients in
their absence, prior to scheduled days off. Performs regular and
supervisory visits according to the plan of care and submits
complete visit notes within 24 hours of completion visit. Directly
and/or indirectly supervises care provided by the home health aides
and licensed practical vocational nurses, provides instruction as
appropriate, and assigns tasks according to State and federal
regulations. Participates in on-call rotation. Adheres to and
participates in the agency's Episode Management process. Assists in
the orientation of new agency personnel as assigned. Completes LHC
required learning courses, additional assignments per DON request,
as well as any state specific required training per state
regulation practice act requirements. Participates in the
performance improvement plan and process to ensure positive patient
outcomes. Education & Experience License Requirements Current RN
licensure in Ohio. Current CPR certification required. Current
Drivers License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable
vehicle or public transportation. Additional State Requirements AK,
AL, AR, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MS, MI, MO, NC,
NH, NJ, NM, NY NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV:
No other state specific requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer -
vets, disability. Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to
complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination
will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will
consider requests for religious or medical exemptions.
Keywords: LHC Group, Euclid , RN Home Care Visits PRN, Healthcare , Euclid, Ohio
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