Hospital at Home Registered Nurse

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization.  As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed minimum pay reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Minimum Pay:

$91,312.00

Position Overview

ERSION:1

JOB TITLE:Hospital at Home RN

COST CENTER:000000

JOB CODE:40335

FLSA Exemption Status:Exempt

Telecommuting Eligible:

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Hospital at Home team in New Jersey. This role is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care in patients' homes, promoting wellness, managing chronic illnesses, and ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations for Hospital at Home program. The focus of care is one that enhances functional capacity, encourages autonomy in all aspects of care, and encourages Patients, Caregiver and family involvement in achieving healthcare goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required. Must have applied for second out of state RN license (NJ or PA) or NJ Multi State license within three months from date of hire.

Experience:Minimum of 3 years of clinical RN experience (hospital, long-term care, or home health). Certification(s) in Wound Care, IV Therapy, or Home Health Nursing preferred.

Other Credentials:AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Drivers License,Registered Nurse – NJ or Registered Nurse – NLC multi-state

Knowledge and Skills:Proficient in use of EMR systems and EMR documentation.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day: 

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments, at appropriate intervals and status changes, with each participant and care giver in compliance with NJ Board of Nursing standards.
• Develops, implements, and revises individualized care plans.
• Provides skilled nursing care such as: wound care, IV therapy, medication administration, disease education and health coaching.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team including physicians, therapists, and social workers.
• Maintains accurate, timely documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Educates patients and caregivers on diagnoses, medications, and preventive health measures to develop a comprehensive plan of care to promote optimum health and progress towards self care.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and clinical case conferences.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards regarding infection control practices.
• Possesses a full understanding of fire, emergency and safety procedures. Maintains a full understanding of the hazards and safety of oxygen being used by the residents.
• Performs other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell , Talk or Hear

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl

Continuous physical demands include:

Lifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Accurate Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter
 

Offers are contingent upon succes