General Summary of PositionMake a Positive DifferenceAt MedStar Health Home Care, RNsmake a positive difference in people’s lives by helping patients heal in the comfort of their own homes. RNs support care plans for each patient and then help patients and their caregivers achieve progress toward their goals for improved health and independence. As a RN at MedStar Health Home Care, you have the autonomy to make individualized patient-centered decisions to promote optimal clinical care.The homecare team includes nurses, physical and occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, medical social workers, and home health aides who are dedicated to meeting patient needs 24/7/365.Join an award-winning organizationRecognized as a Home Care Elite agency for 10 consecutive years, ranked in the top 25% of agencies in the nation.2023 Best Home Care Leader in Training Award recipient.Provides direct and indirect patient care services under the supervision of a registered nurse.Position Details:Develops and documents individualized plan of care with specific care interventions and expected measurable patient outcomes.Evaluates progress toward goals and revises plan of care as needed.Establishes, documents, and implements personalized teaching plans for patients and their caregivers to help them achieve independence at home.Performs nursing procedures consistent with homecare protocols. Interventions reflect knowledge of standard homecare supplies and equipment used in patient care.Initiates and participates in regularly scheduled case conferences, which include all disciplines. Includes patient and family in mutual goal setting and care plan revision.Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities.Communicates regularly with the patient's physician, home healthcare team, and other key members of the care team.Apply Today!It’s how we treat people.RN residency programs and tuition assistance to advance your unique career plans and goals.Medical, dental, and vision choices, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) that allow Associates to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for healthcare and dependent care expenses.System-wide RN referral bonus program - up to $6000 per RNRelocation assistance up to $3500 (eligibility requirements)MedStar is truly committed to employee and nurse wellness as well as diversity and inclusion.An environment of world-class medical, clinical and research practices and innovation where you will truly impact patient care and outcome
Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesContributes to the achievement of established goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Completes annual Code of Conduct, Compliance, and other mandatory training. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Analyzes and documents patients' and family's responses to interventions. Evaluates measurable progress toward goals and revise plan of care. Identifies and modifies underlying factors that impede progress toward goals. Makes recommendations for update in plan of care, using knowledge of interventions and resources.Collaborates with the patient's physician and staff in planning and evaluating patient care. Provides timely, pertinent written and verbal information to physicians and insurance case managers. Establishes visit schedule and informs patient/family and team supervisor. Uses a wide variety of community and agency resources as needed to meet patient needs. Independently manages activities for caseload mix of patients as experts in designated specialty. Independently organizes patient assignments for completion of tasks within acceptable time frames. Demonstrates basic leadership skills as a case manager and with other responsibilities as required. Maintains necessary clinical records, collects data and prepares reports on activities. Submits completed admission records within 48 hours. Submits daily records within 24 hours. Recertification completed prior to recert date. Maintains caseload mix and productivity for acuity level of patients.Delegates cases to LPN's.Independently develops and documents an individualized plan of care and includes patient and family in the development and revision of plan and goal setting. Care plan includes specific care interventions with expected measurable patient outcomes. Establishes and documents teaching plan for patients/families.Independently identifies comprehensive learning needs of designated patients. Independently develops teaching plans that specify time frames. Bases teaching and counseling plan on patient's level of knowledge, diagnosis, prescribed treatment, and available resources. Utilizes demonstration, verbal and written instruction in order to carry out care plan. Independently evaluates the effectiveness of the teaching plan in meeting patient/family goals. Revises as needed.Independently implements and documents plan of care for patients with complex problems or specialty needs to facilitate continuity of care. Documented interventions are related to plan of care. Interventions reflect the standard of care for patient condition/diagnosis. Interventions include utilizing agency and community resources for patients with special needs. Uses advanced nursing judgment to implement the therapeutic regime. Interventions reflect knowledge of standard and complex home care supplies/equipment used in inpatient care.Is responsive to and communicates respectfully with patients/families, peers, and other health team members. Initiates and participates in regularly scheduled case conferences; includes all disciplines. Includes patient and family in mutual goal setting and care plan revision.Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and agency in community outreach efforts. Enhances growth and development and enriches personal knowledge and skill through participation in educational programs and affiliations.Performs comprehensive assessment related to an episode of patient illness, including pertinent history. Identifies COC and discharge planning needs on admission and need for other disciplines. Identifies and prioritizes problems based on assessment. Interprets abnormal clinical data to anticipate problems associated with changing patient status.Performs other duties as assigned.Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams as appropriate. Participates in meetings, serves on committees, and represents the department and hospital/facility in community outreach efforts as appropriate.Serves as an educator in the discipline, providing feedback and suggestions to improve workflow, best practices, and standard procedures. Collaborates with the Education and Operations team to develop an individualized clinical orientation program for new staff. Updates the program as needed.
Minimum QualificationsEducationVocational/Technical Diploma Graduation from a diploma program in Nursing required orAssociate's degree in Nursing required andBachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Experience3-4 years RN experience (ICU, CCU, Med-Surg, Oncology, Gerontology) within last 5 years required 1-2 years Home health nursing experience preferred
Licenses and CertificationsRN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Valid RN license in the District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia, or any combination as required based on work location(s) Upon Hire required andCPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire required andDL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing Upon Hire required
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesIV therapy skills.Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of and technical skills in home care case management and OASIS documentation.Strong organizational skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Basic computer skills preferred.Smart Phone experience.
Why MedStar Health At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
Strong emphasis on teamworkour associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversitywe are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.Comprehensive total rewards packageincluding competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.More career opportunities closer to homeas the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar HealthMedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.