Registered Nurse - RN

Professional Case Management • rifle, co, us • 2m ago

Qualifications

Graduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing.
BSN preferred
Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practice
Reliable means of transportation
Current CPR certification
Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability

Initiate actions independently and responsibly to improve the quality of client care Perform client visits as assigned to provide skilled interventions with a focus for achieving realistic client outcomes within a specified time period
Provide direct care and assign and/or delegate functions according to education and demonstrated competence
Act as client advocate
Assess and evaluate health status of assigned clients:
Collect objective and subjective client information
Analyze, report and record data
Validate, refine and modify data
Utilize all data to identify and document current health care needs of assigned clients
Collaborate with client, family/others, and other members of the healthcare team to identify client needs, and establish realistic goals of care
Review plan of care on a regular basis to evaluates client response to plan, prioritize needs and modify plan to meet client's current needs:
Cultural, ethical, spiritual aspects and decisions regarding treatment
Plan interventions to support human functions and maintain hygiene in a comfortable and safe environment
Align with community resources as indicated for appropriate care
Verify medical orders are accurate, properly authorized and without contraindication.
Administer prescribed medications and IV therapy or provide client/family/other education regarding self-administration.
Develop, initiate, and document plan to provide client/family/other education and counseling.
Evaluate home environment and initiate plan to ensure a safe environment.
Institute standard policies and procedures to stabilize clients in an emergency situation.
Demonstrate competence with technical nursing skills according to personal and legal scope of practice:
Assessment skills as applied to the client, family/support system, and environment
Teaching/counseling skills
Realistic and measurable goal setting
Evaluate client's medications for potential interactions, duplication, adverse effects and non-compliance
Initiate appropriate preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures
Practice nursing with respect for individual, cultural, and spiritual differences
Communicate interventions and client response to interventions effectively and in accordance with Agency requirements
Report significant changes in client condition and needs to physician and other members of the team in a timely manner
Maintain client records and clinical notes, showing systematic assessment, planning intervention and evaluation
Coordinate services for the client as needed
Participate in team meetings and clarify individualized reporting responsibilities with all new assignments
Document legibly and according to Agency documentation guidelines and standards
Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers
Demonstrate knowledge of safety/infection control practices by complying with established policies and procedures
Recognize and respond appropriately to potentially unsafe situations
Demonstrate safe practice in the use of equipment
Assess environmental safety and take initiative to prevent accidents and promote safety
Evaluate the home for its suitability for client care
Notify case manager of need for review and/or training related to equipment, procedures, safety or infection control practices
Initiate delegation of tasks to only those with verified skills and only for clients that are stable and where the outcome of the delegated task is predictable:
Consider complexity of care, educational preparation and Agency policies when delegating care
Remain responsible for all delegated acts
Delegate/assign duties as specified in Agency regulations
Initiate and assist with delegated care
Participate in ongoing, professional self-development:
Participate in all mandatory education per Agency guidelines
Participate in supervising and teaching other nursing personnel as required
Identify needs for personal professional growth
Demonstrate competence in areas of assignment or identifies the need for additional training
Perform other duties as assigned

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