About this role
Registered Nurse - Full Time - Home Health (Dillon County)
*$15,000 with 2 years commitment Sign On Available!
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the assessment and implementation of patient care using remote care technology to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
- Responsible for directing Licensed Practical Nurses to ensure quality patient care.
- Collaborates with all caregiver staff: team RNs, LPNs, HHAs, PT, OT, ST, MSW for interdisciplinary coordination of patient care; provides field supervision of HHA; work interdependently with Referral-Intake-Scheduling- Authorization (RISA) staff, managers, Practice Support, Billing Specialists and clerical support.
- Must have knowledge of State Licensure Laws, the Conditions of Participation of the Federal Health Insurance Program for the Aged and Disabled (Title XVIII, Social Security Act, Section 1861), and the regulations relating to Conditions of Participation for Home Health Agencies (Part 405, Section 1201-1243), JCAHO, and OSHA regulation desirable. Must have foundational knowledge of medical surgical nursing practice.
- Demonstrates ability in exhibiting good communication skills, attention to guest relations focusing on the patient as a client.
- Must be highly adaptable and have the ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and judgement in carrying out work assignments. Is self-directed and seeks and acquires the information needed to function efficiently and effectively within a clinical model that incorporates the concept of coordinated patient care.
- Must be familiar with the principles of growth and development over the life span and the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpretation of information needed for each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs to provide the care needed.
Reports To: Clinical Manager - Home Care
Supervises Others: No
Qualifications
- At least two years of nursing experience preferred.
- One year home care highly desirable.
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:
- Must possess a current valid SC driver’s license and automobile insurance as required by law.
- Must be at least 21 years old to be covered under McLeod Health’s fleet vehicle insurance policy.
- Must meet McLeod policy for driving eligibility. License and registration as required by state law.
- Must possess a valid South Carolina or compact (multi-state) RN license.
- BLS (Required for ALL nurses)
- Possession of professional liability insurance is encouraged
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Other facts
About McLeod Health
McLeod Health is the region's destination for medical excellence. Our excellence extends from the Midlands to the Coast along the border of North and South Carolina - serving more than one million people. As medical needs grow – we grow, expand, and improve our facilities and services.
The McLeod Health network is comprised of 7 hospitals with locations in Florence, Darlington, Dillon, Manning, Cheraw, Loris, and Little River. We have also expanded into the Carolina Forest area of Myrtle Beach with physician practices, outpatient services and a free-standing emergency department.
Founded over a century ago, McLeod is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system which features the strength of 850 physicians and 2,700 registered nurses, and approximately 15,000 team members. McLeod constantly seeks to improve patient care with efforts that are physician led, data-driven and evidence-based.
What you'll do
- The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing and implementing patient care using remote care technology and directing Licensed Practical Nurses to ensure quality patient care. They collaborate with various caregiver staff for interdisciplinary coordination of patient care and provide field supervision.
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