Rn - Intermittent Visits

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

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

Minimum Requirements

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

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:

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

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.