The Visit Nurse assesses, plans, implements, coordinates, and evaluates nursing care for patients in their residence, promoting continuity of care and supervising LPNs and HHAs. This role involves providing direct patient care, applying principles of growth and development for patients 12 years and older, and teaching self-management methods to regain independence.
Requirements summary
A minimum of an Associate’s degree is required, though a B.S.N. is preferred, along with at least one year of recent experience in home health, acute, or long-term care. Candidates must possess a current Washington State Registered Nurse license, current BLS certification, a valid Washington driver’s license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation.
associate degreebachelor degreeProblem-SolvingCare PlanningDrivingPatient AssessmentBLS CertificationRegulatory ComplianceCollaborationSupervisionCare CoordinationEmergency ResponseDirect Patient CarePatient TeachingGrowth And Development KnowledgeIndependent Decision MakingOn-Call Support
Job description
About olympic medical center
Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits, relocation assistance plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!
FTE: 100%
WORK
SHIFT
Days
PAY
RANGE: $44.44 - $67.34
UNION:
UFCW 3000-Home
Health
SHIFT
Differentials/Premiums:
Retention
Incentive: $5000
Weekend &
Holiday
Shifts:
Yes
On-Call
Shifts:
Yes
Premiums: Weekend - $4.00/hour Lead - $3.25/hour Preceptor - $1.00/hour Per Diem - 15% (on base plus steps, in lieu of benefits) Certification - $2.00/hour Weekend Coord Pay (chg) - 15% on regular pay
JOB
DESCRIPTION: Assesses, plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates the nursing care of patients in their place of residence. Promotes continuity of care for patients on their assigned caseload. Provides direct patient care and supervises the care provided by LPNs and HHAs. Works in collaboration with all home health disciplines assigned to provide care for patients on caseload. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the principles of growth and development of patients 12 years of age and older. Applies principles of learning in teaching patient’s self-management and methods to regain independence. Individuals assigned to this classification are expected to apply full working knowledge of acceptable standards of nursing principles and practices, demonstrate problem-solving skills and make independent decisions in complex and diversified work situations under general supervision. RN Case Managers utilize established departmental policies and procedures and home health regulatory requirements in providing care to patients. Care is provided as prescribed by the patient’s physician. Performance of tasks under emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion (i.e. patient resuscitation in the home). Has contact with patients under a variety of circumstances and is subject to varying and unpredictable situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. Must maintain a keen awareness of personal safety. Provides on-call support as assigned for patients. EDUCATION Associate’s degree required. B.S.N. preferred. EXPERIENCE Minimum of one year recent experience preferred in home health, acute or long-term care. LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS Current Washington State Registered Nurse license, required. Current BLS certification, required. Valid Washington driver’s license, required. Proof of insurance on automobile used for work, required. Driving record in compliance with OMC standards currently in effect or as may be amended, required. See HR Policy Driving for OMC Business. OMHH issued work cell phone. Must have computer internet connectivity (OMHH work laptop provided). Must have reliable automobile transportation for entire scheduled shift to travel to patient residences.
Benefits
Relocation Assistance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Excellent Benefits
Loan Forgiveness Programs
Benefits
INFORMATION: Click here for information about our benefits.
Equal
Employment
Opportunity (EEO)
Statement: Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov. Olympic Medical Center, the largest employer in Clallam County, has a wide variety of employment opportunities. We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff! We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees. OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs. For more information about our benefits, click here!
Contact us: jobs@olympicmedical.org For answers to some frequently asked questions, click here. Learn about our Career Pathways Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to myriad opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, and a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. I find the staff and employees very caring and open, and I'm thrilled that there was an opening in my specialty to be able to come here. - Dr. Zina Hajduczok There is no better illustration of the value that rural facilities provide to their communities than the annual identification and recognition of the top-performing rural facilities. Each year, the rural hospitals are analyzed through the lens of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX, the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance in the United States. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Equal Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Non-discrimination Patient Rights HIPAA
