RN-RICHTON OFFICE
Company: Forrest General Hospital
Location: Richton
Posted on: October 26, 2024
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Job Description:
RN is a member of the patient care team within the Department of
Home Health and is directly accountable to the Patient Clinical
Manager. The position requires that the individual be clinically
competent and knowledgeable of home health regulations.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates
knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses
the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and
interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each
patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and
to provide the care needed. The RN duties include assessments and
reassessments of patients on an ongoing basis, initiating plans of
care and making revisions as needed, demonstrating appropriate
nursing skills and rehab and preventive nursing procedures.
Coordinates patient care with other disciplines and acts as patient
case manager and patient advocate. Performs nursing skills in the
home to include wound, ostomy, medication administration and IV
therapy. The RN prepares documentation of patient care in the home
at the time of visit as applicable and submits documentation in a
timely manner according to policy. RN is accountable for her
documentation and ordering of supplies according to policies and
procedures. Notifies MD of any changes and instructs patient and
family in meeting needs. RN participates in in-service and
competency programs as applicable. Performs other job duties as
assigned.
Performance Expectations:
Education/Skills
Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.
Work Experience:
Minimum one year medical/surgical nursing or equivalent
preferred.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Within 30 Days of Employment
Required
Mental Demands:
Must have ability to assess, plan, and coordinate patient care,
work independently, carry out orders accurately, demonstrate
initiative, prioritize, have effective and positive communication
skills, and have ability to maintain rapport
Keywords: Forrest General Hospital, Hattiesburg , RN-RICHTON OFFICE, Healthcare , Richton, Mississippi
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