Job Description

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Profile Summary
Provides day- to-day patient care in the home setting which includes, but is not limited to: case management and total care of multiple patients with different levels of acuity, admissions to home care services, post-hospitalization assessments, recertifications, discharges, patient teaching, dressing changes, IV therapy administration, access site care and general skilled nursing according to policy and procedure, assists with other needs that may be apparent in the home to assure safety and appropriate care i.e. lifeline, meals on wheels, and instruction on public programs availability. Provides appropriate and timely documentation by utilization of the Epic computer system.
Per Diem position provides visits on a as needed basis following all department policies. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Mercy - Washington

Home Health RN - Community-Based

(serving Franklin, Gasconade, Crawford & Warren Counties)

Incentives and Benefits:

• Full Time (40 hrs. per week,) Day Shift
  • Mon-Fri, 8a-430p + on-call Weekends
  • Holiday Rotation - 1 summer, 1 winter
• Gas Mileage Offered - $0.70/mile
  • subject to change per Federal Reimbursement Rate
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education 
• RN to BSN Education Assistance - up to $16,000
• Day-one, Comprehensive Health (medical, dental & vision insurance)
• Flexible scheduling
• Work life balance
• Autonomous work
• Family friendly
• Annual Merit raise - based on performance 
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Annual contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA  
• Paid parental leave for new parents 
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Pharmacy Coverage
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Future career growth!

Mercy Home Health is a 5 star agency in customer satisfaction. Our nurses enjoy an autonomous way of providing healthcare to patients out in the community in the patient’s home.  Our staff bring a high level of care to various patients of different social backgrounds, cultures, age groups, and social dynamics. Community based nursing allows Mercy Home Health to provide a personal touch to the patients we meet while seeing them through to success.

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Qualifications

Experience: Prefer one year experience in a related field.

Education: Requires graduation from accredited nursing school.
Licensure: Current RN license in the state of Missouri. Must be a licensed driver.
Certifications: BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association is required.
Other: A home health nurse manages a caseload of patients experiencing a wide range of health conditions. The home health nurse provides pertinent patient education, treatment, and emotional support to help these individuals recover from injuries and illnesses and/or manage chronic disease processes. The home health nurse demonstrates excellent assessment skills and is technically proficient. Requires ability to anticipate and respond to changes in clinical status of patients. Position requires excellent rapport, understanding, and communication with the patients and their family members. A home health nurse is responsible for communicatng with doctors and other healthcare professionals in regards to their home health patients, in a consistent and professional manner. Concise and accurate communication and documentation related to changes to medication and plan of care essential.

For more information please reach out to Breana at Breana.Balthasar@Mercy.net

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Summer work, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Day shift,

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