Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Care

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Mercy Health Tiffin Hospital

**Sign On Bonus**

M-F 6 or 8 hour shift to total 36 hours for full time.

Weekend rotation and an on call rotation

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• Higher Pay Scales and Sign-On Incentives

• Accredited Residency Programs & Specialty Fellowships

• Flexible Schedule to live the life you deserve

• Increased Float Pool Differentials

• Preceptor Pay

• Rewarding Higher Differentials with working on the weekend

SUMMARY:

The Registered Nurse will manage the care provided in the patients home by planning, coordinating, and providing direct and indirect patient care services in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies of the agency. Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
1. Must be a Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. One to two years of recent acute care experience or one year of home health care experience preferred.
2. Required to have a current licensure in the State of Ohio.
3. Possesses and maintains current BCLS certification.
4. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
5. Must have valid drivers license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with state and/or agency requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assesses, evaluates and manages the patients status by reviewing and implementing the plan of care, regularly re-evaluating patient needs, and revising the plan of care as necessary while maintaining appropriate frequency under the physicians direction.
2. Maintains communication regarding patient care with the physicians, ancillary staff and supervisory personnel.
3. Assures that patient satisfaction results meet established goals.
4. Obtains reauthorization for ongoing or additional services. Inputs necessary data in an accurate and timely fashion to reflect utilization review authorization.
5. Assures supervisory visits are completed per Agency and regulatory guidelines.
6. Participates in case conferences with multidisciplinary team members.
7. Assures patients referred to the Agency meet admission criteria and regulatory guidelines.
8. Assures that patient files have required documentation that supports Agency and regulatory guidelines.
9. Completes skilled nursing visits and accepts on call per Agency requirements.
10. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
11. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patients condition and care given. Documentation is submitted according to deadlines established and meets agency and regulatory criteria.
12. Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques as appropriate. Provides medication, diet, and other instructions as ordered by the physician.
13. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient by practicing infection control techniques and OSHA guidelines
14. Productivity requirements are met according to established standards.
15. Maintains patient confidentiality.
16. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with stated Mission and Core Values of Mercy Health.
17. Provides service to all age groups. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
18. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span by completing continuing education program.
19. Interprets information needed to identify patients requirements relative to his/her age specific need.
Neonate
Pediatric
Adolescent
Adult
Geriatric
20. Embraces Standards of Behavior in order to provide and promote excellent customer service for both internal and external customers. Holds self and others accountable for behaviors that promote service excellence.
21. Adheres to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to designated Manager (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.
22. Adheres to all standards and policies regarding safety/patient safety initiatives.
23. Is responsible for all other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
May require stair climbing. Requires ability to independently lift, turn, and position patients. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, bodily fluids, and medicine preparations. Exposure to dirt, dogs, and other household pets. Exposure to temperature extremes, inclement weather and various socioeconomics environments. Requires tolerance of a stressful work environment.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:
Delegates responsibility of work to certified Home Health Aides and/or LPN.

M ercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Well also reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• An employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify.
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

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All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com