Mercy Hiring For Rn Home Care Waldron at Fort Smith, AR, United States Full Time

Job Description

WALDRON & surrounding areas

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

10,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time RNs

with at least 1 year of experience

No Call

Flexible Schedule

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview:

Provides day- to-day patient care in the home setting which includes, but is not limited to: case management and total care of multiple patients with different levels of acuity, admissions to home care services, post-hospitalization assessments, recertifications, discharges, patient teaching, dressing changes, IV therapy administration, access site care and general skilled nursing according to policy and procedure, assists with other needs that may be apparent in the home to assure safety and appropriate care i.e. lifeline, meals on wheels, and instruction on public programs availability. Provides apropriate and timely documentation by utilization of the Epic computer system. Per Diem position provides visits on a as needed basis following all department policies. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

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  Education: Graduation from accredited school of nursing.
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  Licensure: RN license in Arkansas Valid driver’s license in Arkansas or Oklahoma with good record Automobile liability insurance in amount required by law in the state in which the automobile is registered.
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  Experience: Three years’ nursing experience with minimum one year in a hospital setting, then preferably in home care or the equivalent. Per Diem position requires minimum one year Home Health experience.
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  Certifications: CPR biannually
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  Other: Must be able to lift 50# Must be able to transfer a patient weighing at least 100# with or without assistive devices Must be able to bend, reach, stoop, climb stairs, push and pull Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time Must be able to drive at least 50 miles at a time Must be able to drive in adverse weather conditions Must have good visual or aural acuity, natural or corrected Must be able to comprehend and follow instructions Must be able to perform complex tasks Must be able to learn the computer program currently in use Must be able to relate to the public, particularly with the elderly Must be able to maintain work pace relative to workload Must be able to handle stress and change Must be able to learn the CMS Rules and Regulations for Home Care
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  Preferred Education: Basic computer skills Wound Vac application Telehealth monitoring

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 48 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.