At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　Job Description

　　BON SECOURS HOME HEALTH PROVIDES FAITH BASED HOME CARE SERVICES. CARING FOR THE SICK IN THEIR HOMES IS DEEPLY ROOTED IN OUR TRADITION THAT WAS FOUNDED BY THE SISTERS OF BON SECOURS. AS PART OF AN AWARD WINNING, MISSION FOCUSED HEALTH SYSTEM, WE OFFER STABILITY AND STRENGTH, SCHEDULING FLEXIBILITY AND THE UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE ONE-ON-ONE CARE IN THE HOME SETTING, NOT A SHIFT BUT A LIFE STYLE.

　　GREAT TEAM, GREAT MENTORING AND SUPPORT, GREAT BENEFITS INCLUDING THE IRS MILEAGE RATE. DISCOVER A CAREER WHERE YOU CAN BE YOU!

　　POSITION SUMMARY:

　　The home health registered nurse will provide person centric nursing care to acutely ill, chronically ill, terminally ill, and well patients of all ages in their residences. The home health nurse will provide direct skilled patient care, observation, and educational instructions in the place of residence under the direction of the patient's certifying physician. Home health nursing focus is on health promotion and care of the sick while integrating environmental, psychosocial, economic, cultural, and personal health factors affecting an individual's and family's health status. The home health registered nurse will apply nursing practice to patients of all ages in the patient's residences, which may include private homes, assisted living, or personal care facilities. Home health nursing embraces primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention; assistance to family with coordination of community resources and health insurance benefits; and delivery of healthcare services in a patient's home, including non-conventional residences. The home health registered nurse plays a key role in the financial management of the patient's episode of care. This includes verification of patient insurance and the management of the HRRG reimbursement for traditional Medicare eligible home health customers.

　　JOB REQUIREMENTS:

　　Current registered nurse licensure in good standing in state where services are performed.

　　BSN preferred from an accredited school of nursing

　　Must have at least one year nursing experience, 3 years of experience preferred. Preferably in home care. Medical/Surgical, ER or ICU experience is a plus.

　　Ability to apply critical thinking to physical, psychosocial, environmental, mental, cultural, family, and safety issues.

　　Ability to utilize clinical decision-making in applying the nurses process to patients in their places of residence.

　　Ability to practice as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.

　　Competency in applying care management skills

　　8 Must be proficient in the use of technology and electronic patient documentation

　　Current and valid driver's license with acceptable driving record, ability to provide own dependable transportation for home visits and proof of auto liability insurance

　　Ability to management multiple skills and disease processes across the life span

　　Good Driving record with the ability to drive in inclement weather and at night

　　BLS certified.

　　OASIS certification is preferred but not a requirement of the position.

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

　　All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]