Job Summary
Primary function is to administer skilled nursing care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for patients/clients of all ages in their places of residence. Participates in the coordination of care with the interdisciplinary team patient/client, family and referring agency.
Essential Functions
Under the direction of the RN, assists in identifying the patient's/client's physical, psycho social, and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation.
Participates in planning and implementing care in partnership with the patient/client, representative (if any), and caregiver(s) and with the RN.
Provide services that is ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care.
Provides patient/client and caregiver education.
Provides care using infection control measures that protect both staff and patient/client.
Assures the continuity of care through delivery of quality patient/client care.
Provides effective communication to the patient/client, family, team members, and other health care professionals as evidenced by clinical notes, case conferences, and communication notes.
Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner
Monitors assigned cases to ensure compliance with requirements of third party payor.
Participates in the Agency's QAPI program.
Participates in Agency-sponsored in-service training.
Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
Promotes Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.