Home Care Registered Nurse-RN

Do you miss having that personal interaction with your patients? Do you want to have Patient encounters that matter? Come join our Home Care Team!

We are currently seeking a Part Time 25 hours a week RN to do assessments and home care visits. Registered Nurse - RN Professional provides medical oversight and monitoring for the In-Home Support Services (IHSS) & Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) programs to include the clients and attendants.

What you will be doing:

Client Care and Assessment:

• Conduct client assessments and develop care plans in collaboration with HC Supervisor and Case Management Agency.
• Perform annual and 90-day medical visits (in-person) for clients and attendants.
• Monitor client health changes and update care plans as needed.
• Perform in-home client evaluations to assess the effectiveness of care plans and support CMA as needed.
• Develop and maintain accurate client records, documenting assessments, care plans, and changes in medical conditions.

Training and Supervision:

• Train and supervise attendants on client care procedures, including skills verification.
• Implement training on infection control, safe transfer techniques, and emergency protocols.
• Develop and deliver annual CEU training sessions, both virtual and in-person.
• Monitor and track immunizations and medical assessments (flu, COVID, TB) for attendants.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Investigate and report critical incidents (e.g., accidents, neglect) within 24 hours to internal leadership and external agencies.
• Track and report any changes in client Medicaid eligibility within 72 hours.
• Ensure proper documentation of client interactions, visits, and incident reports.
• Prepare for and participate in home care audits, maintaining readiness for compliance reviews.
• Develop and maintain the Quality Management Plan (QMP) and Emergency Response Plan with HC Manage and/or HC Supervisor.
• Present quarterly updates to the Board of Directors regarding quality management.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Act as a liaison between clients, family members, and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Work with service coordinators to establish Authorized Representatives (AR) as needed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, providing insights into client health and care plan updates.
• Advise HC management, office staff, and attendants on medical issues and client care improvements.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to assess satisfaction and address concerns.

Operational Support:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of client care policies and procedures.
• Generate and present routine reports on client care outcomes, incident management, and staff training progress.
• Collaborate with HC Director/Supervisor to evaluate and improve operational efficiency.
• Track and manage care continuity for clients transitioning from hospitalizations to home care.
• Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for accurate and up-to-date record-keeping.
• Support the onboarding process for new care staff by conducting orientation and practical training.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Attend weekly, monthly, and quarterly home care team meetings, providing input and updates.
• Support the development of care initiatives that align with the organization's mission and quality standards.
• Respond to urgent care situations and support attendants during challenging client interactions.
• Perform any other tasks assigned.

Professional Requirements:

• Adheres to Envida dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
• Adheres to legal practice standards, including applicable federal, state, and local regulations and standards.
• Completes annual education requirements.
• Always maintain confidentiality in all business records.
• Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills.
• Participates in the organization’s performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization.
• Foster a growth oriented, positive, and encouraging environment while keeping employees and management accountable to company policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Regulatory Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Colorado RN license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; home care experience preferred.
• Proficiency in EMR systems; CPR certification preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English; bilingual preferred.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Compliance and quality management
• Client advocacy and care planning