Travel Assignment for RN - Registered Nurse Home Health for 37 weeks with Cynet Health starting 01/03/2025 in Bronx, NY - 5x8 hr days

Travel Home Health Registered Nurse job duties

While job duties may vary depending on the facility you work with, here are some common Travel Home Health RN responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status, needs, and environment during home visits.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Administer medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to protocols.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and overall health, recognizing and responding to changes in condition promptly.
• Provide wound care, including dressing changes, infection prevention, and monitoring for signs of complications.
• Educate patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote health and independence.
• Assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, and mobility, to support patients' comfort and well-being.
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive care.
• Document all patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in electronic health records.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families, helping them cope with illness, injury, or disability.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and ethical standards in all aspects of home health care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay current with advancements in home health nursing practices.
• Promote patient safety by conducting home safety assessments and providing recommendations to reduce risks.
• Maintain open communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure effective care coordination and patient satisfaction.