Home Nurse

A 12-hour day home nurse provides direct patient care, typically in a 12-hour shift, either during the day, and is responsible for various medical and personal care tasks. These responsibilities can include medication administration, vital sign monitoring, wound care, assisting with daily living activities, and providing emotional support. The specific tasks and duties will vary depending on the patient's needs and the care plan established by a healthcare professional.

Key responsibilities

• Administering medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timing, and monitoring for any adverse effects.
• Regularly checking and recording vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
• Performing dressing changes, cleaning wounds, and monitoring for signs of infection.
• Helping patients with tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating.
• Supporting patients with walking, transferring, and repositioning in bed.
• Assisting with feeding, including tube feeding if required, and ensuring proper hydration.
• Managing urinary catheters, including insertion, cleaning, and emptying bags.
• Providing care for colostomy or ileostomy bags, including emptying and changing.
• Offering companionship, reassurance, and a listening ear to patients and their families.
• Maintaining accurate records of care provided, reporting any changes in the patient's condition to the supervising healthcare professional, and communicating with family members as needed.
• Ensuring the patient's home is clean and safe, and taking precautions to prevent falls and other accidents.

Skill & Experience

• Home Health Experience:

Prior experience in a home health or community health setting is highly desirable.

• Independent Work:

The ability to work independently and manage time effectively is crucial for home care nurses.

• Problem-Solving Skills:

The ability to identify and resolve problems independently.

• Organization and Time Management:

Maintaining accurate records, managing schedules, and prioritizing tasks.

• Adaptability and Flexibility:

Adjusting to changing patient needs and working in diverse home environments.

• Physical Stamina:

The physical ability to perform tasks such as assisting with patient mobility, lifting, and standing for extended periods.

• Valid Nursing License:

Possessing a current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the relevant state or jurisdiction