Horizon Home Health and Hospice - Registered Nurse (RN) in Emmett, ID

Do you have a passion for health care and a passion for life? If so, join the team that is committed to providing excellence in nursing and life-changing care! Horizon Home Health & Hospice is looking for highly skilled and motivated Registered Nurses in the Emmett, Idaho area who are compassionate, have strong clinical skills, and enjoy being a part of an amazing team. As a Registered Nurse at Horizon, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families. Plus, you'll receive a $5,000 signing bonus!

Overview:

• $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!
• NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!

Job Description Summary:

The registered nurse case manager plans, organizes, and directs home health/hospice care and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Completes initial, comprehensive, and ongoing assessments of patients and families to determine hospice needs.
• Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process.
• Assesses and evaluates patient's status and develops a care plan that establishes goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures and administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Counsels patients and families in meeting nursing and related needs and provides health care instructions as appropriate.

Communication:

• Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition and care given.
• Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and reports changes in the patient's condition.
• Teaches the patient and family/caregiver self-care techniques and provides medication, diet, and other instructions as ordered by the physician.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient and works in cooperation with the family/caregiver and hospice Interdisciplinary Group Members to meet the emotional needs of the patient and family/caregiver.

Position Qualifications:

• Registered nurse with current licensure to practice professional nursing in the state.
• Graduate of National League for Nursing accredited school of nursing.
• Maintains a current CPR certification.
• Minimum of two years' experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred.
• Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.

Location:

312 E Main St, Emmett, ID, 83617

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference and be a part of a dynamic and loving team, apply now at Horizon Home Health and Hospice. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401k with matching, referral program, mileage reimbursement, paid training, and a flexible schedule. Join us as we provide life-changing service to all those we touch!