home health care - Boynton Beach, FL, United States - Home Care for the 21st Century-Boynton Beach

Description

Become a part of our caring community and help us put patient first

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of home health care and IV therapy


• Care of peripheral and central lines


• Knowledge of Infusion therapy Modalities including infusion pumps


• Experience in the following skill sets recommended: PORT care; Central line care; Starting Peripheral IV, Venipuncture, Foley Catheter Care, Wound care, Wound Vac application, Ostomy care, Pleurx, Medication and Disease Process teaching.


• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects and potential toxicities


• Ability to set priorities and organize work


• Proficient computer skills in Windows, EMR and other related software


• Exceptional standards of patient care and communication


• Ability to work accurately and quickly under pressure


• Continuous education of developments in field of nursing and infusion therapy


• Meets State Board of Nursing, Health and Rehabilitative Services and accreditation agency's requirements

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process to plan and provide patient/family care. This includes assessing and evaluating needs and implementing effective care plans which are kept up to date, evaluated and documented.


• Coordinate patient care activities and maintain communication with other disciplines including nursing agency, pharmacist, and physician.


• Educate the patient/family about the patient's care needs and disease prevention.


• Teach and Train patient/ cg modalities of treatment


• Follow appropriate infection control measures.


• Maintain accurate and timely records according to policies and procedures.


• Adhere to ethical nursing standards.


• Responsible for complying with all policies and procedures.


• Participates and takes on-call duty nights, weekends, and holidays, as assigned.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with active license by the state of Florida (REQUIRED)


• Minimum of One year Home Health Experience (REQUIRED)


• At least 2 years of recent medical surgical or critical care experience


• CRNI credential is a plus but not required


• Current CPR certification (REQUIRED)


• Valid Florida driver's license, active automobile insurance and reliable vehicle


• Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite and medical charting