Nurse RN

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Company: Homewatch CareGivers Lincolnwood and North Chicago

Position Type: Per Diem

Reports To: Director of Nursing

Overview: The Homewatch CareGivers Lincolnwood Registered Nurse role will ensure that patients receive high-quality, personalized care in the comfort of their homes while supporting a wide range of health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

Conduct thorough assessments of patient health and develop personalized care plans.

Monitor patients' vital signs and report any changes to the care team.

Recognize changes of condition or health and report any changes to the care team

Provide wound care, manage dressings, and monitor healing.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities and progress.

Provide progress notes to the patient's physician or podiatrist about patients under care when the patient's conditions change or there are deviations from the plan of care, or at least every 90 days for a home nursing agency

Educate patients and their families on managing illnesses, medications, and nutrition.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and social workers, to coordinate comprehensive care.

Assist with daily living activities, such as mobility, hygiene, and nutritional needs.

Conduct new client assessments and quality assurance visits to ensure compliance with care standards.

Supervise and train caregivers and nursing staff, ensuring adherence to state regulations and quality care protocols.

Make home health aide assignments, prepare written instructions for the home health aide, and supervise the home health aide in the home;

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Valid RN license in the state of Illinois.

Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, including at least 1 year(s) in home care or a closely related field.

Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge of home care practices; experience in geriatrics preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and families.

Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team.

Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and other relevant technology.

CPR and First Aid certification required; CPR Instructor certification preferred.

Knowledge of Illinois Home Health regulations is strongly preferred.

Reliable transportation and willingness to travel in the Lincolnwood and North Chicago area.

Experience with Homewatch Caregivers of Lincolnwood preferred

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the day, including traveling to different client homes.

Capability to lift, transfer, and support clients, including helping them get in and out of bed, wheelchairs, or other assistive devices, which may require lifting up to 25 pounds.

Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching to provide care, perform assessments, and handle medical equipment or supplies.

Using hands for tasks such as administering medications, using medical equipment, and performing procedures that require masterful coordination and dexterity.

A keen ability to observe client details through close monitoring, accurately interpret medical records, and clearly communicate findings both with clients and team members.

Must be able to wear required PPE (e.g., masks, gloves, gowns) for extended periods as needed for infection control.

Ability to work in various environments, including client homes, which may involve different levels of accessibility, lighting, and temperature.