What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at University Home Care?
Job Summary: Registered nurses work closely with supervising physicians to assess and monitor patients’ needs. They ensure that treatment and care are conducted according to the procedures of the facility, as well as administer medications and perform other related tasks.
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Registered Nurse Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Working Hours
- Build your own schedule
Registered Nurse Responsibilities:
- Assess clients’ condition during every visit and track any observations
- Take and record measurements of vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Administer medication as prescribed by the client’s physician
- Dress or redress open wounds and assess progress of healing
- Continuously educate clients, their families and other caretakers on proper home health care strategies and procedures
- Provide palliative care as needed to keep the client comfortable
- Make recommendations for devices or tools that might improve the client’s quality of life
- Listen to clients and be prepared to respond to concerns or requests
Registered Nurse Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Current nursing license in the state
- Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification
- Access to reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently and with directions
- Compassionate and friendly demeanor
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and Word to document and track client care activity
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