Registered Nurse (RN)

$38 - $71 / hour

Get paid as much as $71 an hour as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Medina, OH (and nearby areas), with the freedom to work when you want plus the stability that you can only find in a W2 position. That's right, at IntelyCare you get to pick your preferred shifts at any of our partnering facilities and take time off on any day you choose — all while enjoying employee benefits and a supportive team that's dedicated to your success.

Tired of missing out on your daughter's softball games at Fred Greenwood Park? Or maybe you just want to keep your mornings free to exercise with your furry friend at Memorial Park? At IntelyCare you can do all of this, and so much more, with the best kind of work-life balance — one that you get to set on any given day.

Still not sure if our team would be the right fit for you? Here are a few more reasons to consider taking the next step in your career with IntelyCare.

Benefits

RN hourly rate: $38 to $71
Rates that are up to 25% higher on average
Weekly and daily pay options
Opportunities for overtime and boosted rates for holidays
Ability to quickly search for shifts in all states where you're authorized to practice
Your choice of a wide range of shifts at any of our partner facilities — including weekday/weekend shifts, day/evening/overnight shifts, and more
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (includes qualifying family members)
Employer tax withholding
Eligibility for 401k retirement plan
Opportunities to upskill with a dedicated staff of quality assurance nursing professionals
Undergraduate and graduate tuition discounts (up to 34%) at Excelsior University
Workers' comp coverage and malpractice insurance (employer paid)
All-in-one app to easily manage your shifts and workplace perks like free continuing education courses

At IntelyCare we don't just offer a great job, but also a supportive community that will help you meet your personal and professional goals. Want to know what that feels like? Here's how some of your colleagues have described their IntelyCare experience:

"I have worked with other agencies in the past, so I am very familiar with agency employment. IntelyCare has been the best one so far because the app is easy to use, I have constant support from my team, and the pay is better."

"Thanks to this job, I can plan things with my family and homeschool my children with no stress. It has also allowed me to afford my expenses and provide for my family."

"This job has so much more to offer than decent pay. The flexibility and large choice of facilities to work for is amazing. I am a single mom, and I hated missing out on sports events, holidays, and special moments due to regular schedules. IntelyCare has made it possible for me to enjoy my life, kids, and career."

"IntelyCare is amazing in every way! They are very supportive — the customer service agents are there for you 24/7. It makes it so much easier walking into your shift knowing that your job has your back like that."

Job Responsibilities

Delivering high quality, resident-centered care while working as a RN in post-acute facilities
Coordinating with the broader care team to shape personalized care plans for residents
Communicating various care options with medical staff, residents, and their family members
Taking and monitoring vital signs and drawing fluids as needed for lab work
Delivering medications and administering treatments to residents
Documenting vital signs, nursing interventions and responses, medical histories, and other relevant information in resident records
Ensuring the effective use of medical equipment and devices
Assisting staff members with incident investigations
Complying with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards of care
Training nursing professionals and support staff as needed consistent with scope of practice requirements
Being accountable to follow and adhere to resident care plans

Qualifications and Skills

Current Ohio state license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Graduation from an approved nursing program
At least 6 months of experience (RN or related role)
Ability to lift at least 50 lbs
Advanced organizational and communication skills

Get the Flexibility You Need and the Support You Deserve

As you compare Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in your area, consider joining a company that was created with professionals like you in mind. Get the work-life balance and peace of mind you deserve by joining the team ranked #1 in quality today.

COVID-19 Considerations: COVID-19 vaccination requirements vary by state.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Location: Medina, Ohio 44256

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Float staff will be expected to attend some of the assigned department staff meetings and/or read the meeting minutes. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: ACLS within 1 year of hire, and maintain while in position PALS within 1 year of hire, and maintain while in position (for Float A only) Complete NIH Stroke Certification with 6 months and maintain while in position Ability to read and operate cardiac monitor, recognize normal/abnormal rhythms, and institute appropriate interventions PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES ED/Critical care experience/telemetry experience. IV therapy/Phlebotomy experience One year current hospital nursing as RN Home Health Registered Nurse MAIN FUNCTION: Provides nursing care in patients’ homes on a skilled, intermittent basis. Coordinates patient care with other disciplines, PT,OT, Home Health Aide, Speech Therapy and Social Worker to ensure that patient meets their goals. Follows Medicare Condition of Participation requirements in delivering patient care. 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Answers all phone calls and makes decisions according to the patient’s best interest. May need to make patient visits depending on patient’s situation while on-call. Reports calls to Clinical Coordinator for follow-up. Infusion RN MAIN FUNCTION: To assess, evaluate, implement, and monitor the care of patients receiving chemotherapy, IV infusions injections and various medical outpatient infusion needs. MUST HAVE ATTRIBUTES: BLS Current Chemotherapy Bio-Course or completion within 6 months of hire PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Previous oncology and IV experience Oncology Certified Nurse Certification (OCN) Other Position Expectations: Must be able to work flexible hours including half days and weekends as needed Complete mandatory yearly competency Schedule and coordinate patients and overall department schedule Coordination of care with Wooster Cancer Care (WCC) staff Inpatient Rehab RN MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of the Rehabilitation patients. Uses the Functional Instrument of Measure to develop goals for improving functional status. PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Recognition of positive interactions with patients and customers Willingness to assist with community education 1 year experience in acute rehab or acceptable related training and experience Other Position Expectations: Maintains competency in functional independence measures scoring (FIM) Supports and documents worker's comp care Demonstrates working knowledge of equipment, hazmat, micromedix Performs highly specialized assessments/reassessments and documentation relevant to patient's condition, needs (including pain control, and age in a policy-specified time frame Intensive Care Registered Nurse MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the age appropriate and evidence-based care of acutely and critically ill medical, cardiac and surgical adolescent/adult patients. Provides acute stroke care per protocols of the WCH designated stroke unit. Assists with special and invasive bedside procedures. Directs the care delivered by others in the department. Collaborates with Physicians to evaluate patient readiness for transfer out of critical care environment. Accepts med surg and telemetry overflow patients as necessary. Communicates effectively with the intraprofessional team and families. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: ACLS within 1 year of hire, and maintain while in position 1 year current hospital nursing; New graduates only with completion of critical care preceptorship or current Nurse tech position Complete NIH Stroke Certification with 6 months and maintain while in position Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a diverse community Other Position Expectations Ability to interpret and operate cardiac and other invasive and noninvasive monitors, recognize normal/abnormal rhythms /trends, and institute appropriate interventions. Performs ECGs Performs phlebotomy and collects blood for testing and blood culture analysis Responds to in house codes, RRTs, STEMIs and Stroke alerts as required Maintain competency in: Caring for patients with complex needs including hemodynamically compromised, acute stroke and mechanically ventilated patients Initiating and maintain complex IV therapy , including thrombolytic administration, vasoactive medications, central IV catheters, dialysis catheters & arterial lines Safe use of less invasive, life supporting modalities i.e BiPAP, ETCO2, core temperature monitors, IABP Prevention and management of complications associated with critical illness, e.g. CAUTI, CLABSI, VAE, VAC End of life care decisions, management and terminal extubation Creating and maintaining a healing and humane environment for patients and families Identifying and supporting CPI (continuous process improvement) activities in the ICU and hospital Engagement with coworkers, unit leadership and key hospital leaders Med Surg Registered Nurse MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of medical/surgical, oncology and orthopedic adolescent/adult patients. Assists with special procedures. Directs the care delivered by others in the department. PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Oncology/orthopedic experience Ability to read and operate cardiac monitor, recognize normal/abnormal rhythms, and institute appropriate interventions Patient Flow Facilitator (Registered Nurse) MAIN FUNCTION: Provides nursing care to patients in an efficient, professional, compassionate and caring manner. Facilitates patient flow throughout the organization by reporting to the area of need and performing admission assessments/requirements, medication reconciliation, discharge instructions, and other necessary activities under the discretion of the Nursing Supervisor, the unit Managers, and or charge nurses. The scheduled working hours are Monday through Friday from 1400 – 2030 (may be subject to STHR). Frequently Directs the activities of paraprofessional as they provide care. Responsible for assuring effective communication with patients, support persons and members of the healthcare team. Responsible for implementing nursing care of assigned patients via the Nursing Process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. Acts in compliance with hospital, Nursing Department policies/procedures and the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Ohio. Follows WCH Nursing Philosophy and practice model which are derived from the Synergy model and appropriate Service Standards as outlined in the Employee Handbook. RESPONSIBLE TO: Med Surg Director , House Supervisor MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS : Licensed in Ohio Maintain a current AHA (American Heart Association) Healthcare Provider BLS card while in this position. PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: BSN Clinical Certification Pediatrics Registered Nurse MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of medical/surgical pediatric, adolescent and adult patients. Assists with special procedures. Directs the care delivered by others in the department. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: 1 year current clinical hospital experience PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) within 6 months of hire PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Pediatric experience Procedural Nurse MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of patients undergoing radiological procedures, and/or recovery of cardiac cath lab patients. Function independently within multiple Imaging modalities, circulating, documenting, performing moderate sedation and ensuring patient safety while assisting physician in procedures. Duties include but are not limited to: admission/discharge of patients, pre and post procedure monitoring/instruction, completion of physician orders, and recovery of patients post procedure according to organizational policy. Additionally, preforms follow-up call to procedural patient’s day after procedure. Provides nursing support to other areas as needed. RESPONSBILE TO: Intensive Care Unit Director in collaboration with Dept Directors where assigned MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: Experience with performing/monitoring patients during moderate sedation BLS and ACLS certification: maintain both while in this role 2 years nursing experience Preferred Experience: 1-2 years working in an Cardiac Cath Lab or Special Procedures lab OR Radiology Nurse Experience OR 5 years nursing experience in ED, Cardiac Step Down Unit, or Intensive Care Unit PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Certified Radiology Nurse Other Position Expectations Knowledge of safety and awareness of different Imaging environments. Specifically radiation areas and magnetic fields Work areas will include, but not limited to: Computed Tomography Breast Imaging Diagnostic X-ray Ultrasound Fluoroscopy Nuclear Medicine Magnetic Resonance Imaging Cardiac Cath Lab Recovery Area (admitting, recovering, discharging patients) Excellent communication and teamwork needed as environment may have multiple physicians and technologists working for a common goal Knowledge of sterile field technique Ability to assess patient and monitor vital signs Ability to recover patients post procedure Ability to recognize and respond to adverse reactions/patient emergencies Knowledge of patient preparation, IV starts, IV port access/discontinuation, procedural preps Premedication for patients with history of contrast reactions Process knowledge to navigate patients with positive findings to appropriate next step in clinical process to ensure positive outcomes are achieved Clinical leadership and collaboration skills working in concert with Radiologist to implement evidence based practices within department Participate in taking an active role in planning effective, timely, and safe discharges following diagnostic and therapeutic cases performed on an outpatient basis. Participate in the development of appropriate training materials to promote staff development and knowledge Progressive Care Registered Nurse MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of medical and surgical adolescent/adult patients with a cardiac focus. Assists with special procedures. Directs the care delivered by others in the department. Designated stroke unit. Accepts med surg overflow patients as necessary. Recovers cardiac cath/special procedure patients. Provides care for patients on intravenous vasoactive medications (step down patients). MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: Cross train and maintain competency to Step-down Nursing within 1 year ACLS within 1 year of hire, and maintain while in position Complete NIH stroke certification within 6 months and maintain while in position PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Ability to read and operate cardiac monitor, recognize normal/abnormal rhythms, and institute appropriate interventions. Other Position Expectations Demonstrates ability to care for step-down patients, including vasoactive medications, within 1 year of completion of orientation. SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) MAIN FUNCTION : Provides timely and accurate collection of forensic evidence in sexual assault cases. Collaborates with physicians, local law enforcement, county prosecutors and survivor advocate to maintain chain of evidence. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: 1 year current experience as a RN Availability for on-call rotation including weekend and holiday coverage with a maximum response time of 60 minutes PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: Successful completion- of SART (Sexual Assault Response Team) training- mandatory within 1 year Excellent assessment and crisis intervention skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to function autonomously and collaboratively with community agencies Membership in IAFN (International Association of Forensic Nurses) OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrates ability to appropriately use colposcopy in the collection of evidence Demonstrates the ability to appropriately use a camera in the collection of evidence Makes appropriate referrals for sexual assault survivor Accurately identifies the need for medical intervention Documentation is clear, concise and follows guidelines of the SART program Surgery RN MAIN FUNCTION: Responsible for circulating and scrubbing on surgical procedures, which includes caring for and meeting the surgical patient's needs MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to respond to the hospital in 30 minutes when on call Able to work flexible hours PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES Prior OR experience Current CNOR OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective action Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology and ability to translate it into surgical care Surgery- RNFA MAIN FUNCTION: Under supervision and direction of the operating surgeon, functions during the assistant role until conclusion of the operative procedure. Does not concurrently function as scrub nurse. When not working as a RNFA, works as scrub or circulating nurse as directed. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: Current CNOR certification, completion of an RNFA program, certification by an accredited AORN program as a RNFA 3 years diversified perioperative nursing experience both scrubbing and circulating proficiency OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Able to respond to the hospital in 30 minutes when on call Able to work flexible hours Maintains RNFA status Applies principles of asepsis technique according to standards. Follows infection control according to current guidelines Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective action Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to operative procedure wherein RNFA assists Performs positioning, prepping, and draping of patient Provides hemostasis by clamping blood vessels, coagulating bleeding points, ligating vessels, and by other means as directed by the surgeon Provides exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning, and sponging techniques Handles tissue as directed by the surgeon during the operative procedure Performs wound closure as directed by the surgeon, sutures the peritoneum, fascia, subcutaneous tissue and skin Applies surgical dressings Assists with transferring the patient from the operating room Practices within limitations of preparation and experience Maintains continuing education relative to practice Verifies correct sponge, tape, needle and instrument count with other nursing personnel in room Labels specimens properly and takes to area for transfer to Lab First Assistant in Surgery (RNFA, SA, CSFA, PA) MAIN FUNCTION: The Surgical First Assistant works in collaboration with the surgeon and other health care team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes and intraoperatively practices at the direction of the surgeon. Does not concurrently function as the scrub. When not working as an assistant will function as licensure/certification allows and as directed. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: Current certification/licensure from an accredited program OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Able to respond to the hospital in 30 minutes when assigned Ability to work flexible hours Maintain certification/licensure as an assistant in good standing Applies principles of aseptic technique according to standards. Follows infection control according to current guidelines Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate corrective action Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to operative procedure wherein assisting in surgery. Performs positioning, prepping, and draping of patient Provides hemostasis by clamping blood vessels, coagulating bleeding points, ligating vessels, and by any other means as directed by the surgeon Provides exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning, and sponging techniques Handles tissue as directed by the surgeon during the operative procedure Performs wound closure as directed by the surgeon, sutures peritoneum, fascia, subcutaneous tissue and skin Applies surgical dressings Practices within limitations of preparation and experience Maintains continuing education relative to practice Verifies correct sponge, tape, needle, and instrument count with nursing personnel in the room Women’s Pavilion MAIN FUNCTION: The RN focuses on all facets of perinatal care. Women’s Pavilion employees care for patients and their families during the antepartal, intrapartal and pospartal periods, taking in to consideration their age, growth, developmental and emotional needs. MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: NRP required within one year of hire and must be maintained Attend STABLE (post resuscitation program) at first opportunity when offered by WCH and must be maintained Must successfully complete perinatal unit orientation Participate in hospital and unit-based education, simulation drills and competencies Will work all areas of perinatal nursing Labor nurses are required to obtain electronic fetal monitoring certification by March 2023 or two years after completion of labor orientation.” PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES 1-year hospital experience as RN Perinatal experience Wound Center RN/Case Manager MAIN FUNCTION: Under supervision of Clinical Nurse Manager, performs primary function of RN in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of patient in the Wound Center. Administers hyperbaric oxygen therapy and diagnostic testing of patients under the supervision and orders of a hyperbaric physician RESPONSIBLE TO : Program Director, Clinical Nurse Manager, RDCO MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: 2 years medical/ surgical experience Completion of Principles of Hyperbaric Medicine and Wound Healing Course PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES Wound care experience Wound care certification OTHER EXPECTATIONS: Assess, stage, measure and photograph the patient’s wounds accurately and in accordance to policy Assist physicians with wound care Implements wound care and HBO protocols when clinically indicated Functions as scribe for the physician or mid-level practitioner Accurately completes the superbill and ensures that all orders and charges are initiated accurately Coordinates activities with other disciplines (rehab, nutrition, diabetic education, home health, DME, nursing homes and other ancillary services) Completes the 4 week reviews in a timely manner and initiates all recommendations to the plan Fosters continuity of care between WHC and care taker (home, hospital, HH, etc) Prepares for clinic to enable accurate and complete updates to the physician Triages telephone calls and assists with scheduling Transitional Care RN MAIN FUNCTION: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents care of the skilled nursing resident and rehab with nursing. Use assessment skills to develop rehab goals. OTHER POSITION EXPECTATIONS: Maintain competency in documenting MDS and addressing rehab needs, plans and evaluation of such Previous long term care experience preferred. 11/20/2012 Dialysis RN MAIN FUNCTION: RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Critical Care, Dialysis Coordinator MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS: • Current Ohio RN licensure • 1 year Acute or 2 years Chronic dialysis RN experience • American Heart Association BLS PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES: • BSN • Familiarity with NxStage System One • Clinical expertise in vascular access • American Heart Association ACLS within 6 months of hire Dialysis RN Operations In conjunction with Dialysis Program Coordinator a. Perform safe and effective hemodialysis treatments within the facility. b. Notify the Dialysis Coordinator of any additional supply needs, shortages, or concerns. c. Participates in ongoing educational and professional growth opportunities within the department. d. Annual and ongoing competency validation to assure proficiency in performing assigned tasks. e. Accepts feedback as an opportunity for growth and development. f. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of new policies and procedures, practices, changes in practice, and initiatives. Obtains this knowledge via staff meeting attendance, reading of communication, required hospital education, and discussion with departmental leadership and peers. g. Demonstrates initiative and responsibility to develop personal, leadership and professional goals/objectives and determines methods to meet these goals and objectives. h. Timely documentation and notification of all critical events. COMMUNICATION: In conjunction with the Dialysis Coordinator: a. Demonstrates ability to have and manage a crucial conversation. b. Demonstrates conflict resolution skills. c. Actively participates in staff meeting/communication sessions d. Maintains patient confidentiality in all communication interactions written, verbal, electronic, and digital. e. Maintains awareness of verbal/nonverbal communication in interactions with other departments, customers, physicians, patients, and families. f. Facilitates collaboration and communication with physicians and all members of the healthcare team. 7a-7p

Home Health

Per Diem

3 weeks ago

Home Health PRN Field RN

Wooster Community Hospital Health System Wooster, OH

$37.16 - $47.94 / hour

POSITION : Home Health PRN Field RN MAIN FUNCTION (Job Summary): A qualified Registered Nurse (RN) administers skilled nursing care to patients on an intermittent basis in their place of residence. This is performed in accordance with physician orders and plan of care under the direction of the Clinical Managers. Services are furnished in accordance with Wooster Community Hospital Home Health Services policies, Wooster Community Hospital policies, and Ohio Board of Nursing Scope of Practice regulations. RESPONSIBLE TO (Job Relationship): Supervised by: Director/Administrator, Clinical Managers Workers Supervised: LPNs, Home Health Aides REPORTS TO (Reporting Responsibilities) : Director/Administrator, Clinical Managers MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS (Job Qualifications, Experience, Education/Training, Professional License): Current State of Ohio driver’s license Current automobile insurance Professional licensure: State of Ohio RN American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) card current Acceptance of philosophy and goals of Wooster Community Hospital and Home Health Services department Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment Demonstrated autonomy, accountability, and organization skills in performing/completing job responsibilities Excellent communication skills Knowledge and ability to apply nursing process Knowledge and ability to apply community health principles and practices Demonstrated ability to direct professional personnel Ability to work as a team member PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES (Experience, Education/Training): Home care experience Computer skills (keyboard, computer applications) Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience, preferred WORKING ENVIRONMENT : Works indoors in the department office. Works in patient homes. Travels to/from patient homes. OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Risk Exposure and Lifting Requirements): Employees in this position may be: Exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens. Required to don personal protective equipment, per Standard Precautions, and as applicable to the patient’s disease process. Able to participate in physical activity. Able to work for extended periods of time while standing and being involved in physical activity. Able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, stand, and bend on a regular basis, as necessary to perform patient care and job duties. Required to take ‘On Call’ work shifts. Subject to STHR (short term hour reduction) according to scheduling policies. _____________________________________________________________________________________ POSTION EXPECTATIONS (Responsibilities & Job Duties): Leadership Accepts and responds to change productively, while maintaining a positive attitude Demonstrates conflict resolution skills Reports actual and near-miss adverse events to Director/Administrator, or designee, in a timely manner Speaks positively of the department to customers, referral sources, and community healthcare partners Communication Maintains awareness of verbal and non-verbal communication during interactions with coworkers, patients, caregivers, health care providers, and health care vendors Maintains patient confidentiality in all communication interactions: written, verbal, electronic, and digital Collaborates and communicates effectively with all interdisciplinary team members (handoff communication, interdisciplinary care coordination) Reports critical information to physician and other team members, as indicated Utilizes chain of command to handle issues Participates in care coordination communication(s), including handoff communication Demonstrates basic ability to initiate and manage crucial conversations Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectations, Thank You) strategies to foster positive communication among all interdisciplinary team members, coworkers, health care providers, health care vendors, and students Operations Follows all Infection Prevention strategies, including hand hygiene Completes and submits OASIS assessments, reassessments [ recertification, follow-up], transfers, resumptions of care, discharges, and significant change of condition as defined by department documentation guidelines Assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, patient representative [if any], with the oversight from the Clinical Manager: Patient Coordinator Determines the amount and type of nursing needed by each individual patient, in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team members, physician, patient, caregiver, and patient representative Initiates the plan of care. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures Coordinates services (field case management) Refers to Physical Therapist, Speech Language pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Medical Social Worker, and Home Health Aide those patients requiring their specialized skills Communicates to interdisciplinary team members patient’s care needs, teaching to be completed, plan of care revisions, and new physician orders. Coordinates changes in patient care to patient, patient representative, caregivers and physicians participating in the plan of care and documents that contract in the patient record. Conducts initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the patient’s nursing needs. Revises patient individualized plan of care, as necessary and notifies the patient, patient representative, caregivers and physicians participating in the plan of care and documents that contact in the patient record. Conducts supervisory visits. Provides feedback to LPN and/or HHA, as necessary Accurately performs a multisystem patient assessment Observes signs and symptoms reported by the patient and/or caregiver Observes patient’s response to treatments, education, and medications Provides patient care/procedures (services) ordered by the physician, as indicated in the plan of care (485) and patient individualized goals & interventions, according to department & organization procedures, as assigned Provides those services requiring substantial specialized nursing skills Gives total patient care, as needed Provides patient and caregiver education (teaching), utilizing patient teaching resources approved by Wooster Community Hospital and/or Home Health Services leadership Assess patient and caregiver knowledge of teaching utilizing teach-back and return demonstration strategies Processes & documents physician orders. Completes certification/recertification orders and transfer/discharge summaries. Accurately documents assessments, interventions, response to interventions, response to teaching, and progress towards goals (outcomes) in the medical record Communicates (reports) with interdisciplinary team members, including the physician(s), the patient’s progress towards goals, response to treatments, change in condition [if any], new signs & symptoms for the patient, and/or revisions in plan of care Understands and participates in emergency preparedness Collaborates with Clinical Manager: Patient Coordinator and other disciplines to prepare patient for discharge once patient-specific, individualized, goals are met Leads/participates in the interdisciplinary coordination of care conversations/care planning for patients assigned to their care and takes report from LPN seeing patients on the RN Field Case Managers team daily and documents as needed Notifies the Clinical Manager and/or Scheduler, or designee, of patient visit schedule changes in a timely manner Competently performs skills/job responsibilities listed on standard work/skills list for job position. Coordinates work to achieve maximum productivity. Able to multitask and prioritize workload. Work habits are consistently adjusted to accommodate multiple responsibilities. Responsibilities are prioritized and completed in a timely manner. Demonstrates reasonable and rational judgment in decision making. Maintains equipment and supplies in proper working order. Reports issues to Clinical Manager and/or Director/Administrator. Customer Service Displays positive attitude. Treats others with honesty and respect. Speaks positively in all customer interactions internal and external. Uses AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You) to: Optimize the patient’s experience by reducing the patient and caregiver’s anxiety Increase patient compliance Develop positive relationships with other employees, health care providers, and health care vendors Assesses customer satisfaction during interactions. Maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, referral sources, and healthcare providers Uses appropriate chain of command for unresolved issues or problems. Uses face-to-face resolutions (crucial conversations) to intervene with patients, caregivers, health care providers, vendors, students, and/or coworkers in situations where customer needs have not been met to determine a positive, mutually agreeable resolution. Staff Development / Personal Growth Attends department meetings, educational activities, and inservices Supervises and teaches other nursing personnel Demonstrates initiative and responsibility to develop personal and professional goals. Demonstrates professional growth by maintaining awareness of changes in home care industry. Demonstrates professional growth by maintaining awareness of applicable professional best practices. Accepts feedback as opportunity for growth. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of new policies & procedures, practices/standard work, and initiatives. Obtains this knowledge via attending staff meetings, reading paper & electronic communications, plus completing required hospital & home health education. Maintains professional license. Performance Improvement (QAPI; Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement Program) Maintains awareness of CMS conditions of participation and accreditation standards. Reviews home care patient satisfaction survey, value based purchasing, and 5 Star Rating data, as distributed by home health leadership. Participates in QAPI projects: identifies processes to be improved, communicates ideas to home health leadership, assists in process flowcharting & brainstorming, collects data [if assigned], attends education on new processes, and incorporates new processes in job performance. Participates in data collection and chart audit(s), as assigned Embraces change in the home care practice environment so as to optimize patient outcomes while maintaining financial stability _____________________________________________________________________________________ AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCY : Adults and Geriatrics (18 years and older) Identifies physical, social, cultural, and emotional barriers plus physical limitations throughout episode of care Integrates patient’s barriers and limitations in individualized plan of care Teaches patient about one topic/item at a time Repeats instructions several times Speaks slowly and distinctly when talking to the patient Employee Attestation of Receipt and Understanding of Job Description : I have read the above job description and fully understand the conditions specified in this document. I will perform these duties to the best of my knowledge and ability. I will adhere to Wooster Community Hospital policies & procedures, Wooster Community Hospital Home Health Services policies & procedures, Home Health Scheduling Guidelines, and Wooster Community Hospital Employee Handbook. Employee Signature: ______________________________________________ Date: ________________ Weekend On Call Coverage (one weekend every 6-8 weeks)