Registered Nurse - Per Visit
Posted on: 10 Apr 2021
Ann Arbor, MI
Job Description
Position Description
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Clinical Manager, the Registered Nurse provides intermittent skilled nursing services; communicates the patients progress with other disciplines and directs, supervises and instructs non-professional home health aide staff in the provision of personal care to the patient.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Provides intermittent Skilled Nursing services including assessment, evaluation, procedures, teaching and training activities as outlined in the patient Plan of Care
* Provides Skilled Nursing visits according to visit schedule and notifies agency of need to alter schedule
* Reports significant findings to patients physician and Clinical Supervisor as they occur
* Submits completed skilled nursing visit notes; communication notes and home health aide supervisory notes per agency policy on designated days as requested by Clinical Supervisor
* Submits change orders per agency policy
* Maintains open lines of communications to all members of the continuum of care team
* Supervises Home Health Aide and license, and documents per Medicare criteria and per agency policy and procedure
* Attends staff meetings, team conferences, and educational in-services per agency requirements
* Is responsible for obtaining information provided at skilled nurse in-services and meetings, and demonstrates appropriate follow-up related to information given at meetings and in-services
* Participates in Process Improvement (PI) program by assisting with collection of data and serves on PI team upon request
* Follows agency policies and procedures
* Performs these and all other duties as assigned by the Administrator
* Participates in discharge planning process per Medicare Criteria, agency policy, and procedure
* Able to lift 40 pounds from floor to shoulder
* Repetitive walking, standing, sitting, bending, and use of hands
* Able to drive a car 2-4 hours per day
* Exposure/risk category: OSHA Category 1
REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* A current unencumbered State Professional Nurse License
* An automobile to be used for work, current drivers license, good driving record and proof of insurance
* The ability to make sound professional clinical judgment
* The ability to assess and document patient needs, and formulate individualized patient care plans to meet those needs
* Proficiency in clinical skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Proficiency in personal computer use including email, word processing, spreadsheet and clinical software
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* One year of experience as a Professional Nurse
Visiting Physicians Association
Houston, TX
Founded 25 years ago,Visiting Physicians Association (VPA) is the nation’s leader in house call medicine. We specialize in caring for patients with complex health issues.
With our advanced medical technology, we are able to provide comprehensive care for every patient all within the comfort and privacy of their home. Our model ensures that patients medical needs are addressed in a timely manner.
We prioritize and are committed to best practices and high quality outcomes for our patients.
VPA is part of U.S. Medical Management (USMM). USMM is a family of companies that provides home-based medical services for elderly and other adult patients with complex health issues.
Our Experience
Expertise in geriatric care
Experience with Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) and value-based healthcare initiatives
Pioneer ACO (2012-2014)
CMS Independence at Home Program (2012 - current)
MSSP ACO (2015 to current)- 2016 Results
Experience with clinically integrated networks, population health management, and value-based initiatives
Fully implemented compliance, quality management and infection control programs
Patient specific proprietary clinical protocol software for chronic care management
Overview
Established in 1993
Largest physician house call practice in the U.S.
Over 200 full time Primary Care Providers (Physicians, NP's, PA's)
Physician-led model
Serve over 50,000 unique patients annually
Leader in government shared savings programs
Robust technology infrastructure
State of the art laboratory, mobile x-ray, ultrasound in the home
Member of the American Academy of Home Care Medicine (AAHCM)
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IndustryHealthcare
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No. of Employees1001 to 5000
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Jobs Posted1798
