Family First Healthcare Services in Florida is seeking highly compassionate caregivers in home healthcare . As a family of caregivers, our patient centric approach and enhanced emphasis on optimal patient outcomes is deeply rooted in every one of our interactions. Our Home Health Care team leads by example—ensuring that the promise of our culture of care is delivered to each and every individual our organization has a relationship with, from clients, patients to everyone in between. Our Mission has always been to improve the quality of life for those that we serve, and we strive to deliver upon this with EVERY patient/client experience. It is consistently about the people that we serve and for our team members – our dedicated team works tirelessly to provide the very best care. We are looking for someone who aligns with our core values. What You’ll Do: · Provide skilled nursing and comprehensive assessments to establish individualized care plans. This includes the oversight of medication administration and wound care treatment as prescribed in the physician's plan of care · Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship by educating patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, individualized treatment plans and plans of care, and promoting self-advocacy and independence. · Utilize state-of-the-art technology to timely document, process and maintain all documentation in compliance with agency standards utilizing the electronic medical record keeping system. · Facilitate communication between the patient and the interdisciplinary team. You’ll Fit In If: · You’re warm, compassionate, patient, intelligent, cheerful, trustworthy, and reliable · You’re deeply committed to caring for others · You take initiative, are resourceful, and communicate effectively · You have an unwavering, passionate commitment to the customer experience and service excellence Our Promise to You: · A culture of appreciation, gratitude and excellence. You'll feel like family, and you'll notice it right away! We do everything we can to ensure that your voice is heard and that you feel supported. · The hours you want. . Our scheduling team is devoted to getting you the visits you want and keeping you busy. · Stability or flexibility - whatever works for you. Full-time, part-time, and per diem positions are available. · The support you need to be successful. There's a team member there to assist you 24/7. Detailed, up-to-date care plans and collaboration with the Care Managers will help you feel equipped and comfortable. Qualifications 1. Must be a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. 2. Must hold an active license in the state, as a Registered Nurse. 3. One, or more, years of experience, in community/home health agency setting, is preferred. 4. Must have knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines. 5. Must have a working knowledge of home healthcare, and the principles and techniques of professional nursing, and required documentation that pertains to it. 6. Should be skillful in organization, and in the principles of time management, and have knowledge of management processes. 7. Must be able to contribute to the quality of care being rendered, through constructive communication with nursing managers and staff. 8. Must have a criminal background check. 9. Must have a current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted. Environment: Contact with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care is provided in client’s living environment with varying situations, including private homes, independent or assisted living or in an institution such as a hospital or long-term care facility. May be required to respond to emergency situations. Travel required. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues and other potentially infectious material such as body fluids/tissues. Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Corrected visual and hearing acuity required.
Family First Healthcare Services in Florida is seeking highly compassionate caregivers in home healthcare . As a family of caregivers, our patient centric approach and enhanced emphasis on optimal patient outcomes is deeply rooted in every one of our interactions. Our Home Health Care team leads by example—ensuring that the promise of our culture of care is delivered to each and every individual our organization has a relationship with, from clients, patients to everyone in between. Our Mission has always been to improve the quality of life for those that we serve, and we strive to deliver upon this with EVERY patient/client experience. It is consistently about the people that we serve and for our team members – our dedicated team works tirelessly to provide the very best care. We are looking for someone who aligns with our core values. What You’ll Do: · Provide skilled nursing and comprehensive assessments to establish individualized care plans. This includes the oversight of medication administration and wound care treatment as prescribed in the physician's plan of care · Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship by educating patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, individualized treatment plans and plans of care, and promoting self-advocacy and independence. · Utilize state-of-the-art technology to timely document, process and maintain all documentation in compliance with agency standards utilizing the electronic medical record keeping system. · Facilitate communication between the patient and the interdisciplinary team. You’ll Fit In If: · You’re warm, compassionate, patient, intelligent, cheerful, trustworthy, and reliable · You’re deeply committed to caring for others · You take initiative, are resourceful, and communicate effectively · You have an unwavering, passionate commitment to the customer experience and service excellence Our Promise to You: · A culture of appreciation, gratitude and excellence. You'll feel like family, and you'll notice it right away! We do everything we can to ensure that your voice is heard and that you feel supported. · The hours you want. . Our scheduling team is devoted to getting you the visits you want and keeping you busy. · Stability or flexibility - whatever works for you. Full-time, part-time, and per diem positions are available. · The support you need to be successful. There's a team member there to assist you 24/7. Detailed, up-to-date care plans and collaboration with the Care Managers will help you feel equipped and comfortable. Qualifications 1. Must be a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing. 2. Must hold an active license in the state, as a Registered Nurse. 3. One, or more, years of experience, in community/home health agency setting, is preferred. 4. Must have knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid guidelines. 5. Must have a working knowledge of home healthcare, and the principles and techniques of professional nursing, and required documentation that pertains to it. 6. Should be skillful in organization, and in the principles of time management, and have knowledge of management processes. 7. Must be able to contribute to the quality of care being rendered, through constructive communication with nursing managers and staff. 8. Must have a criminal background check. 9. Must have a current CPR certification. Online certification is not accepted. Environment: Contact with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care is provided in client’s living environment with varying situations, including private homes, independent or assisted living or in an institution such as a hospital or long-term care facility. May be required to respond to emergency situations. Travel required. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues and other potentially infectious material such as body fluids/tissues. Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Corrected visual and hearing acuity required.
Bilingual Preferred - English/Spanish Job Title/Position : Hospice On Call RN Reports To : Clinical Director JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY : The On-Call Hospice RN is responsible for responding to all of the Hospice patient census and their families, as well as handling any referrals or community inquiries outside of office hours (nights, weekends and holidays). The on-call nurse will provide urgent clinical and psychosocial interventions for patients and their families, skilled pain and symptom management and collaboration with providers within and outside of the hospice team to maximize positive patient outcomes. The work of the On-Call Hospice RN provides considerable consideration for independent assessment and judgement in crisis situations, utilizing and consulting with the Hospice Medical Director and administrator on call as indicated. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES : Consistent availability by telephone and email during assigned shifts. Conducts urgent physical and psychosocial assessments of the patient and family during after hours and determines appropriate interventions. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Provides professional nursing care by utilizing all elements of the nursing process. Provides skilled nursing care focusing on pain control and symptom management. Provides interim guidance to the patient and family regarding diagnosis, medications, treatments and progress. Documents patient care thoroughly and timely. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient's condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates and collaborates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Works closely with members of the IDG to provide continuity of care and support for the patient and family. Collaborates with vendors to obtain DME, supplies and medications when needed after-hours. Collaborates with the hospital and other community residential staffing to adjust interventions and plans of care as needed. Conducts after hours hospice admissions as necessary. Participates in mandatory meetings as required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-services. Fulfills the obligation of requested assignments. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS : Understands and is committed to the hospice philosophy of care. Functions effectively as a team member. Holds a comprehensive knowledge of medication, treatment and therapies for pain and symptom management. Visits patients wherever they call home. Consults with physicians, other team members and administrative staff as indicated. Relates to and cares for people from all walks of life in a calm, courteous and professional manner. Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws and company policy. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Maintains current unencumbered license to practice in FLORIDA a as a Registered Nurse. Preferably has two years of experience in hospice, homecare, hospital medical-surgical or oncology nursing. Understands and works within state and federal laws and regulations and nursing scope of practice. Understands documentation requirements and is able to complete documentation in a timely manner. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must maintain current driver’s license and automobile insurance, providing own transportation. Once an offer of employment is made, it is contingent upon satisfactory references, as requested, and criminal background checks by regulation. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic computer skills, basic math skills and nursing skills per competency checklist. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and/or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
