Ready to stretch your nursing skills and reach for more?At
Gentiva, we make it possible for associates to achieve their most
ambitious career objectives. Our success, commitment to clinical
excellence, scope of service, and financial strength means we can offer
you real potential to build a rewarding career. And you'll be impressed
by how we ensure your growth and development with Gentiva
University-our 24/7, online continuing education program. You can learn
on your own schedule, at your own pace and earn valuable CE credits.
As a
Registered Nurse with Gentiva, you will:
*Admit
patients to the services, completing appropriate clinical documentation
under the Clinical Manager's direction. Assess individual status and
care/instruction needed by the patient.
*Administer on-going
care and case management for each patient, providing necessary
follow-up as directed by the Clinical Manager.
*Confer with physician and develop the initial plan of treatment based on physician's orders and initial patient assessment.
*Provide
hands-on care, management and evaluation of the care plan, and
education of the patient in accordance with physician orders, under
Clinical Manager's supervision. Revise plan in consultation with
physician based on ongoing assessments and as required by
policy/regulation.
*Coordinate appropriate care, encompassing
various healthcare personnel (such as Physical Therapists, Occupational
Therapists, Home Health Aides, and external providers.)
*Report
patient care/condition/progress to patient's physician and Clinical
Manager on a continuous basis. Analyze any changes in a patient's
condition, identifying symptoms and severity while alerting the
physician and Clinical Manager promptly.
*Implement patient care
plan, in conjunction with patient and family, to assist them in
achieving optimal resolution of needs/problems.
Qualifications*Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
*Six months experience in area of specialty/desired practice
*Current
unrestricted licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the
state(s) to which assigned and current CPR certification
*Good organizational and communication skills
*Ability to function with minimal supervision
BenefitsWe
recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and
benefits package may include: medical, dental, vision, life and
disability insurance; 401(k); employee stock purchase plan; paid time
off; tuition assistance program and free CE credits through Gentiva
University, our 24/7 online education resource.
*Ask your recruiter about qualifying details, including minimum required hours.