Home Health Nurse II
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Organization:
SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Outer Bay
Position Overview:
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Team Nurse is
responsible for the delivery of appropriate, adequate, effective,
efficient direct patient care services assigned by the Primary Care
Clinician and approved by the Clinical Manager. Responsibilities
include implementation of the physician plan of care, obtaining
physician orders, supervision of home health aides, and
coordination of care within an interdisciplinary team and
participating in effective utilization management and control of
patient supplies. Consistently provides care based on the
age-related needs of the unique population with consideration of
their development/psychosocial needs, environmental safety,
educational needs, communication style, and level of understanding.
The Team Nurse is accountable to the Primary Care Clinician for
ensuring that the plan of care is implemented following
professional standards of care and agency specific protocols.
Job Description:
" Sign-On Bonus Available to external candidates - in accordance
with Sutter Health policy "
EDUCATION
RN Graduate from accredited curriculum
Bachelor's: Nursing or health related field preferred.
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
RN-Registered Nurse of California
DL-California Drivers Class C
AUTO-Automobile Insurance
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
1 Minimum of one year of experience in an acute care setting.1 One
year of experience in a Home Health or Hospice position preferred.5
Direct patient care experience within the past five years
required.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills: with
legible handwriting for documentation of patient records in a clear
and concise manner. Basic understanding of home care services,
clinical standards of care and practice, Title XXII, Medicare
Conditions of Participation, CHAP home health accreditation
requirements, QI outcomes/benchmarking, infection control; good
understanding of reimbursement patterns for Medicare and other
payors; good working understanding of budget and other financial
reports. Must have the ability to function independently and as a
member of an interdisciplinary team; ability to exercise
independent, sound nursing judgment in planning and providing
patient care. Exhibits knowledge of patho-physiology and accepted
treatment protocols for common HOME HEALTH diagnoses. Knowledge of
safety and infection control principles. Knowledge of state and
federal HOME HEALTH regulatory guidelines preferred. Demonstrated
clinical assessment skills. Ability to recognize the special needs
of Home Health patients and others in the home. Ability to
communicate with patients and significant others in an effective,
mature, caring manner. Ability to maintain harmonious constructive
relationships with internal and external customers. Demonstrated
effective written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of
palliative care for the terminally ill patient. Must be able to
recognize unsafe or emergency situations and act appropriately.
Participation in a training program for Home Health volunteers or
coursework in death and dying/Home Health care is preferred. Must
be able to handle sensitive issues, conflict with or among others,
respectively direct and reinforce staff efforts; effectively plan
and organize and prioritize work, think critically to both
effectively plan and organize department operations consistent with
Sutter VNA and Home Health's strategic and operating objectives and
to effectively solve unique problems as they arise or identify when
to consult supervisor. Must be able to deal with challenging work
environment with time demands and occasional conflicting
priorities. Maintain a positive and professional image and
demonstrate self-directed learning to meet professional development
and/or license requirements. Is responsible for maintaining all
required licensure and certifications. At orientation and annually
thereafter, must be able to meet Sutter VNA & Home Health core
competencies for position and area of specialty, as
appropriate.Ability to be aware of surroundings and respond to
emergency and/or urgent events. Ability to select and utilize
patient transfer/transport equipment safely. Productivity standards
- ability to meet productivity expectations (3-6 pt. visits per
day, depending on visit type and needs).Must be
detail-oriented.Ability to assist with possibly disoriented,
combative patients.Ability to work in mentally and physically
demanding environment.
Pay Range: 60.54-80.51
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted
range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted
for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where
the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several
factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience,
education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity,
training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of
the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles
also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Weekend Requirements:
Rotating Weekends
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
No
Position Status:
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack,
transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as
hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.
Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers
EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Schedule/Shift: Regular/ Days
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