Zion's Way Home Health Care- St George·Page, Arizona
The Registered Nurse plans, organizes, and directs/coordinates home care services, developing and initiating individualized plans of care in partnership with patients and caregivers. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, education, counseling, preparing clinical notes, and communicating with physicians and community health personnel.
The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs/coordinates home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of individuals and families within their homes and communities.
Develops and initiates the plan of care and assumes responsibility for the ongoing interdisciplinary assessment and development of the individualized plan of care in partnership with the patient, representative (if any), and caregiver(s); Initiates proper preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures and provides services that are ordered by the physician as indicated in the plan of care; Provides patient, caregiver, and family counseling; Provides patient and caregiver education; Prepares clinical notes; Communicates with the physician who is responsible for the home health plan of care and other health care practitioners (as appropriate) related to the current home health plan of care.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job. The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Must have graduated from an approved school of nursing and be licensed in the state where practicing.
Minimum of two years of experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health or home care nursing is preferred.
Maintains a current CPR certification.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates excellent observation, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
Shows ability to organize and prioritize workload independently.
Management experience not required. Responsible for supervising home health aides.
Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position, or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing to perform required nursing skills.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
Candidates must have graduated from an approved school of nursing and be licensed in the practicing state, with a preference for at least two years of experience, including one year in public health or home care nursing. A current CPR certification, a valid driver's license with insurance, and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and prolonged standing are also required.
Market context
Registered Nurse positions in Arizona are commonly competitive because employers look for an active state RN license, dependable transportation, and comfort with basic clinical documentation tools like Word and Outlook. ADN is required and BSN is preferred, so candidates with both clinical readiness and stronger education credentials may stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your license status and highlight any experience with patient-facing travel or home-based care in your application.
