Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Field Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide nursing care in various settings, including medical offices, nursing homes, and during travel nursing assignments. Experience in palliative care and hospice care is highly desirable.The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- 1. Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care.
2. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care.
3. Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
4. Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self plan of care.
5. Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include hospice aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor.
6. Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique.
7. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications.
8. Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
9. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
Skills:
- Proficiency in medical terminology
- Experience working in Level II home health or Hospice
- Ability to perform gastric lavage and botulinum toxin treatments
- Experience in nursing homes or long-term care facilities
Joining our team as a Field Nurse offers the opportunity to work in diverse healthcare settings, expand your skills, and make a positive impact on patient outcomes. Apply now to be part of our dynamic healthcare environment.
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 8 per week
Benefits:
Medical specialties:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Language:
License/Certification:
- LVN (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- LPN (Required)
Work Location: On the road