FIELD LVN/LPN/RN (Reno, Sparks, Carson City Area)
- Full-Time
- Reno, NV
- ST THERESE HEALTHCARE, INC
- Posted 1 year ago – Accepting applications
We are hiring LVN/LPN/RNs in Lovelock,Fallon, Fernley area and LVN/LPNs in Reno/Sparks Area.
Our home health care agency is rapidly expanding and we are hiring a Home Health Nurse effective immediately. We work with patients of all ages and backgrounds who require daily care in their homes. Most of our patients are elderly and/or terminally ill, so we hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field. You will be responsible for managing a heavy case load, so time management skills are essential. However, it is important to provide each patient with the time and attention necessary to meet his or her needs. If you enjoy working one-on-one with patients outside of a clinical setting, submit your resume.
Responsibilities:
Assess patients’ condition during every visit and chart your observations
Perform evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication review
Administer medication as prescribed by the patient’s Physician
Dress or redress open wounds and assess progress of healing
Educate patients and their families on proper home health care strategies and procedures
Coordinate with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Physicians and anyone else involved in the patient’s care plan
Provide palliative care as needed to keep the patient comfortable
Make recommendations for devices or tools that might improve the patient’s quality of life
Listen to the patient and respond to concerns or requests
Skills
Province-registered nurse license required
2+ years’ experience in in-home or palliative care required
Excellent communication and time-management skills
Compassionate and friendly demeanor
Ability to travel to multiple patients per day
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ste B Reno, NV 89509: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
- RN License (Required)
- LVN (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location