Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) in Sioux Falls, SD starting 01/08/2025

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.