Qualifications
- Graduate of a state-approved school of professional nursing.
- BSN preferred
- Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse
- Reliable means of transportation
- Current CPR certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability
- Independently improve the quality of client care
- Perform client visits to provide skilled interventions and achieve realistic client outcomes
- Provide direct care and assign functions according to education and competence
- Act as client advocate
- Assess and evaluate health status of assigned clients
- Collaborate with clients, family, and healthcare team to identify client needs and establish realistic goals of care
- Review and modify plan of care based on client's current needs
- Administer medications, IV therapy, and provide client education and counseling
- Evaluate home environment and ensure a safe environment
- Coordinate services for the client as needed
- Participate in team meetings and maintain client records
- Promote personal safety and a safe environment for clients and coworkers
- Participate in ongoing, professional self-development and teaching other nursing personnel
- Remain responsible for all delegated acts
- Perform other duties as assigned