Travel Home Health RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Facility in Buffalo, New York

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Home Health RN for a week travel assignment in Buffalo, New York. As a member of our team, youll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse, including a minimum of six months in a Home Health setting as an RN
• Proficient in OASIS documentation
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Home Health Nursing Certification (RN-BC)
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary:

A Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) delivers direct nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring comfort, stability, and effective management of their medical conditions. Home Health RNs assess patient conditions, develop care plans, administer treatments, and educate patients and caregivers on disease management.

Essential Work Functions:

• Assess patient conditions and develop individualized care plans based on medical needs and physician directives
• Administer medications, treatments, and wound care while monitoring patient responses
• Provide patient and caregiver education on medication management, disease progression, and self-care techniques
• Monitor for changes in patient status, reporting concerns and adjusting care plans as needed
• Coordinate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care transitions
• Document patient care, interventions, and progress accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and home care best practices to protect patients and caregivers
• Support families and caregivers, offering guidance and emotional support throughout the care process
• Maintain communication with case managers and interdisciplinary teams to provide coordinated patient care
• Strong ability to complete charting and documentation requirements while meeting visit and productivity goals
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and healthcare regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned within the RN scope of practice and home health regulations

Required Essential Skills:

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, communicate in the English language is required
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
• Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
• Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and were always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you - thats why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, were here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel Home Health RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

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