Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Care - Full Time

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need

Whether thats wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community

If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home

A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, weve received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , were committed to the well-being of the community

That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling

Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics Location: Lippincott - 301 Lippincott Drive Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 40 Additional Locations: Job Information:

Job Summary

Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care through outcome identification and evidence based - practice for the patient in their homes

Coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with other members of the healthcare team, patients, patient families and significant others to develop the plan of care

Supervises the Home Health Aide in the home Promotes delivery of quality care and efficient utilization of agency resources Position Responsibilities Conducts comprehensive patient assessments incorporating psychosocial and physiological status as well as health behaviors, compliance with therapeutic regime and technical procedures

Coordinates plan of treatment with the physician through timely and appropriate communication with the physician Administers, monitors, and documents therapeutic interventions and regimes

Educates patients and family / significant other regarding disease process, individual care needs, wellness, medications, safety issues, etc. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to establish the plan of care

Demonstrates complete knowledge of established standards for documentation, use of point of service device, and time frames for completion Maintains standard precautions and patient safety principles

Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities Maintains professional and departmental level competencies Position Qualifications Required :

Required Experience

1 - 2 years’ recent work experience in a hospital i.e. Med/Surg, E.R., OB/GYN, Peds, MICU, CCU or other specialty units and/or one year of recent community health experience

Broad knowledge of nursing practice and ability to apply specific skills in the home health setting Required Education: Baccalaureate Degree preferred Training / Certification / Licensure: Must have a valid NJ RN License

Approved licenses must be presented and maintained in accordance with the State of New Jersey Licensing Board #RD_HH Hourly Rate: $44.57 - $60.44
The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies For more benefits information click here .