RN - Registered Nurse

Company: LHC Group, Inc.
Location: Jackson
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Company Overview Why become a Registered Nurse with Medical Center Home Health, a part of LHC Group?LHC Group, Inc. is a national provider of in-home healthcare services, with an emphasis on providing quality, value-based healthcare to patients in the comfort and privacy of their home.A career with LHC Group means you will be empowered to provide the kind of service you can be proud of. Our emphasis on person-centered care affords the time and opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives every day.Competitive PayFlexible SchedulesPaid Time OffTuition Reimbursement ProgramMedical, Dental, and Vision Packages401(k) Match ProgramRapid Career Advancement Opportunities & Internal Promotions with a Career PlanAll-Encompassing Orientation and Fast Trak Option for Home Care Experienced CliniciansGreat Company Culture - Join our Family!A day in the life of a Registered Nurse:The RN delivers high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home.The RN provides comprehensive patient care ranging from IV insertion, wound care, medication management, educating on disease management, etc.The RN makes the initial and/or comprehensive nursing evaluation visit, determines primary focus of care, develops the plan of care within State specific guidelines, and submits accurate, complete, and timely documentation, per policy.Medical Center Home Health is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people. Essential FunctionsProvides clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by the state laws governing the practice of nursing, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team.Makes the initial and-or comprehensive nursing evaluation visit, determines primary focus of care, develops the plan of care within State specific guidelines, and submits accurate, complete, and timely documentation, per policy.Regularly evaluates and re-evaluates (as warranted by changes in condition but at least every 60 days) the patient's nursing needs.Performs patient comprehensive assessments at designated time points and develops the appropriate POC, in collaboration with physician orders.Ensures patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines as defined by payer source.Initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the plan of care in collaboration with the physician and other health care professional's involved in care. Education & ExperienceLicense RequirementsCurrent RN licensure in state of practice.Current CPR certification required.Current Drivers License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability.Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions.

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