General Summary of Position
Make a Positive Difference
At MedStar Health Home Care, RNsmake a positive difference in people’s lives by helping patients heal in the comfort of their own homes. RNs support care plans for each patient and then help patients and their caregivers achieve progress toward their goals for improved health and independence. As a RN at MedStar Health Home Care, you have the autonomy to make individualized patient-centered decisions to promote optimal clinical care.The homecare team includes nurses, physical and occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, medical social workers, and home health aides who are dedicated to meeting patient needs 24/7/365.
Join an award-winning organization
Recognized as a Home Care Elite agency for 10 consecutive years, ranked in the top 25% of agencies in the nation.2023 Best Home Care Leader in Training Award recipient.Provides direct and indirect patient care services under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Position Details:
- Develops and documents individualized plan of care with specific care interventions and expected measurable patient outcomes.
- Evaluates progress toward goals and revises plan of care as needed.
- Establishes, documents, and implements personalized teaching plans for patients and their caregivers to help them achieve independence at home.
- Performs nursing procedures consistent with homecare protocols. Interventions reflect knowledge of standard homecare supplies and equipment used in patient care.
- Initiates and participates in regularly scheduled case conferences, which include all disciplines. Includes patient and family in mutual goal setting and care plan revision.
- Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities.
- Communicates regularly with the patient's physician, home healthcare team, and other key members of the care team.
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What We Offer
- RN residency programs and tuition assistance to advance your unique career plans and goals.
- Medical, dental, and vision choices, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) that allow Associates to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- System-wide RN referral bonus program - up to $6000 per RN
- Relocation assistance up to $5000 (eligibility requirements)
- MedStar is truly committed to employee and nurse wellness as well as diversity and inclusion.
- An environment of world-class medical, clinical and research practices and innovation where you will truly impact patient care and outcome
Job Qualifications
Education
Vocational/Technical Diploma graduation from a diploma program in Nursing required orAssociate's degree in Nursing required andBachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Experience
1-2 years RN experience (ICU, CCU, Med-Surg, Oncology, Gerontology) within last 5 years required or
1-2 years Home health nursing experience or successful completion of LPN to RN competency assessment preferred
Experience Addendum
License / Certification Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Valid RN license in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia, or any combinations required based on work location(s) Upon Hire required and
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire required and
DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing Upon Hire required
This position has a hiring range of $34.98 -
$59.26