Rn Homecare - Pediatric Patient

Pay Rate: $38 - $40 / per hour

Maxim Healthcare is staffing for 1:1 Private Duty Nursing in the home setting for medically fragile patients for total shift care ranging from 8, 10, or 12 hour shifts. Our patients range from pediatrics and adults and we have G tube, Tracheostomy & Ventilator Dependent patients. We provide the training if needed!

We offer flexible scheduling & overtime pay after the 8th hour!

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and documenting skilled nursing care in accordance with the care plan developed for each individual patient and within the physician’s orders. The Registered Nurse is also responsible for providing services, as directed by contract and/or program, while under the supervision of a contract/program clinical designee. The RN provides service in accordance with Maxim’s philosophy, standards and policies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as required
• Documents all physician collaboration/coordination of care in the medical record and communicates this information as needed
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
• Standards of Patient Care
• Assesses and evaluates patient nursing needs regularly
• State and Local Laws
• Adheres to Maxim policy, procedure and applicable protocols
• Policies and procedures of contracted customers
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
• Reviews plan of care and program protocols and identifies areas for healthcare teaching/education, care coordination, goal setting and discharge planning needs, as applicable
• Intervenes as applicable in response to changes in patient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician or supervisor
• Standards of Accrediting Body
• Standards of Nursing Practice
• Adheres to the following professional practice standards:
• Assures patient/client safety at all times
• Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on patient diagnosis and established goals
• Patient Bill of Rights
• Nurse Practice Act
• Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
• Attends case conferences, team meetings and education in-services, as required
• Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the care/services environment and equipment used, including universal precautions

Minimum Requirements

• PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Successful completion of Maxim’s Competency Program
• Proficiency in the English language required
• One year prior professional nursing experience preferred
• Successful completion of Maxim Orientation and Compliance training, and all other assigned trainings as applicable required
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in specific state required
• Current Health Certificate (per facility contract or state regulation) required
• Current CPR, as applicable, for direct patient care
• Complies with accepted professional standards and practice
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing preferred
• Must meet all federal, state, local and contract requirements

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Awards and recognition programs
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.