RN Pediatric Home Care - Eunice - New Iberia

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As the Pediatric Registered Nurse you will provide and direct provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. You will also coordinate total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources.

Primary Responsibilities :

Provide high-quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards

Coordinate care with other members of the patient / client's care team from admission to discharge

Complete clinical nursing assessments per federal / state program requirements and payer needs

Ensure patient / client eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer and agency policy

Develop and revise individualized plans of care / service plans with other community providers

Ensure plan of care frequency and duration meets patient needs and initiate revisions with physician approval

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications :

Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice

Current CPR certification

Proven ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications :

1+ years of RN experience

Pediatric experience

Proven ability to work independently

Proven good communication, writing, and organizational skills

State Specific Requirements :

LA :

At a minimum, one year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse

One year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse

One year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse may be waived for a Registered Nurse with recent clinical experience as an LPN

RN licensure must have no restrictions

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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