Skilled Home Health Nurse provides compassionate, professional nursing care to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on nursing care and support patient comfort and recovery
- Coordinate care with the RN and physician, following orders and care plans
- Monitor patient condition, report changes promptly, and support clinical decision-making
- Perform ordered procedures and assist with clinical interventions as directed
- Manage and administer medications safely according to instructions
- Teach and coach patients in self-care and daily living skills to promote independence
- Document all assessments, care provided, observations, and outcomes accurately
Qualifications & Skills
- Licensed practical or vocational nursing credentials (as applicable) with ability to work under RN supervision
- Strong clinical assessment, medication management, and patient monitoring skills
- Effective communication and collaboration with the RN, physician, patients, and families
- Ability to educate patients on self-care and support adherence to care plans
- Detail-oriented documentation and adherence to safety and care standards