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Registered Nurse, Visit

Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care • Richmond, Virginia, US • 4d ago

POSITION SUMMARY

Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care’s (Thrive SPC) purpose is simple, to provide high quality clinical home care to medically fragile children so they can grow and flourish to their full potential. We deliver this through our commitment to our purpose, through our passion for what we do, and pride for what we contribute to which is the health and wellbeing of children and their family.

Administers skilled nursing visits to patients requiring intermittent skilled professional nursing care, nursing service and teaches the patient, family, and other members of the nursing team. Each Registered Nurse performs nursing services for patients within a specific geographic area. These services are performed in accordance with the physician’s orders and the established plan of care, under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, Visit and Therapy Operations, and/or Clinical Director, Visit and Therapy Operations.

HIRING REQUIREMENT

Education, Skills & Experience (Essential): Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in the state (or a compact state with the state) in which he/she practices with a knowledge of general nursing theory and practice, including those basic bodies of knowledge relevant to nursing, such as drugs and the biological, physical, social, and medical sciences, and their applications for a better understanding of patient care problems. One-year acute care preferred; 6 months pediatric experience in an acute or home health setting is required, or extended preceptorship as required by nursing knowledge. Previous experience in home health or home care preferred.

A graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.

Requirements:

Must possess active and valid professional licensure in good standing in the state of employment (or a compact state).
Must be able to work independently.
Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
Must possess automobile liability insurance as required by law.
Must always wear seat belts while driving.
Dependable transportation kept in good working condition.
Must be able to drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts skilled nursing visits, care and services for pediatric patients in accordance with physician orders and plan of care
Utilizes the nursing process to deliver nursing care to patients.
Provides safe, competent care for patients.
Nursing practice and documentation is provided in accordance with Thrive SPC standards of care, policy & procedure as well as all regulatory and accrediting agency guidelines.
Teaches and assists the patient and/or family in functioning independently in the care of their child.
Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes of patient care, consults and coordinates with other disciplines as required and adjusts nursing care processes as necessary to assure optimal patient care.
Develops the Nursing Care Plan through assessment of patient’s needs. This assessment will include a complete systems review, safety assessment, nutritional evaluation, medication profile, and environmental issues. Plan of Care is developed with the Clinical Supervisor, family, and based on the physician’s orders.
Reevaluates patient’s needs with respect to the physical assessment, the plan of care, and the patient’s response
to care and interventions.
Communicates changes with the patient’s physician.
Always demonstrates respect for the rights of the patient and family and respects patient confidentiality. of any and all information relating to the patient.
Insures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
Completes all documentation requirements in accordance with Thrive SPC’s policy.
Provides patient updates and patient change in status to the Physician in a timely manner for the purpose of coordination of care and to support securing ongoing authorization for continuing care.
Acts as preceptor to new employees as needed.
Maintains and enhances professional knowledge base by participation in staff meetings, conferences, in-services, and professional organizations and journals.
Acts as a patient advocate.
Acts as a representative of Thrive SPC by supporting and adhering to departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality improvement programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards (including, but not limited to HIPAA, OSHA, State, and Federal Standards and Regulations).
Performs other duties as assigned by Thrive SPC Management

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Must possess effective communication skills and the ability to respond to the needs of patients and caregivers in the home setting.
Must have excellent assessment critical thinking, and clinical judgement skills.
Has a thorough understanding of home health regulations.
Knowledgeable of clinical nursing practice standards and licensing regulations. CPR certification required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Embraces Healthy Organization culture and lives and promotes Thrive SPC’s Core Values
Positively contributes to the achievement of Thrive SPC goals
Demonstrate kindness, consideration and courtesy to others
Willingness to modify work schedule to meet work demands and assist personnel in completion of tasks to support Thrive SPC’s efficiency
Able to problem solve by making effective decisions to manage projects appropriately
Capable of gathering and analyzing statistical information to keep Thrive SPC successful in patient care
Dependable to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
Able to refrain from conducting personal business during work hours
Punctual to work and effectively manage personnel work schedules
Driven to raise the bar on customer service.
Positive attitude and wiliness to handle whatever is needed to serve our team members and clients.
Desire to grow and learn.
Takes initiative and drives for excellence.
Continually seeks to learn, understand and implement new ways to deliver superior performance.
Acts with integrity. Builds trust through strong professional relationships, open communication and transparency.
Promotes teamwork and collaboration.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Travel to patient homes and office locations

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Risk Category: I

May anticipate exposure to blood and/or body fluids during the performance of job duties.
May be exposed to extremes in temperature and humidity when traveling and in patient homes.
May be exposed to dust, gas, fumes, and odors when traveling.

Physical Demands:

Travel to other branch offices, parent office and/or patient’s homes.
Manual dexterity to operate patient care equipment.
Operate office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, printers and/or copiers.
Visual acuity to evaluate and peruse employee documentation.
Frequently required to lift/push/carry up to 50 pounds.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the role.

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