Performs all scheduled visits and collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team as necessary
Conducts thorough physical, psychosocial and environmental assessments of assigned patients and updates plan of care where appropriate and as a result of visit finding
Follows a care plan, which identifies problems (nursing diagnosis) and evaluates outcomes within a certain time frame
Communicates with physicians to confirm and update patient's plan of treatment that may be necessary as a result of assigned visits
Communicates those changes to the primary registered nurse
Provides on-going assessment of patient response to treatments, medications and teaching and applies interventions as appropriate
Updates and revises care plan as indicated
Schedules patients and case conferences with primary registered nurse
Assists with the discharge planning process according to agency standards and utilizes interagency/system and community resources to assure continuity of care after discharge
Accurately documents and updates patient records according to agency, state and federal guidelines
Follows published policies and procedures and regularly monitors changes or additions to them
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
A valid driver's license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles, or Driver license issued by the state of Illinois
Associate's Degree in Nursing
Typically requires 2 years of experience in nursing
Proficiency in clinical skills with the ability to work under direction and make sound judgments
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, staff and physicians
Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions
Good organization, prioritization and problem solving skills
Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions
Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short
and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Home Health RN – Weekend Program

Key skills