Lehigh Valley Health Network·Allentown, Pennsylvania
Coordinates total patient care plans and manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care within a home setting. Performs comprehensive patient assessments and provides skilled treatments while educating patients and families on disease and symptom management.
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Home care registered nurse (Rn) - Per diem i
Summary Coordinates total plan of care with other health care professionals and helps achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physicians, the patient, and family. Manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care of patients in the home setting through the use of the nursing process and principles of primary nursing.
Job Duties
Performs comprehensive subjective and objective initial and/or ongoing assessments of the patient's status that includes physical, psychosocial, and environmental parameters.
Follows an established individualized plan of care under the direction of the RN Care Manager and in accordance with physician orders. Performs skilled treatments and interventions.
Determines home health as the appropriate level of care for the patient, as well as skilled need for services based on home health Conditions of Participation.
Provides educational opportunities for patients, families, and clinical staff focusing on end-of-life issues, palliative care, advanced directives, chronic disease management, pain management, symptom control, home care, hospice, and discharge planning. Promotes patient/caregiver autonomy. Evaluates effectiveness of teaching and modifies education based on patient/caregiver needs/goals.
Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
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Address: 2024 Lehigh St
Allentown - 2024 Lehigh Street
variable shifts/hours available; minimum 24 hrs/month; 1 weekend shift every 4 weeks; 1 holiday per fiscal year
Department: 1004-09800 Home Care Pocono
Requires an Associate’s Degree or Specialized Diploma in nursing with at least one year of direct healthcare experience. Must hold a valid Pennsylvania RN license, Basic Life Support certification, and a driver's license.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.