RN - Concord, NC

Provides patient care services to patients in their homes or alternative setting. Care will be preventive, rehabilitative, and curative, utilizing all available resources. 

 Assesses/analyses patient care needs and establishes mutual goals with the patient and/or caregiver for a comprehensive plan of care including discharge planning.   Identifies nursing diagnosis/patient care problems and interventions making additions/changes to ensure the patient's problems are comprehensively addressed.  Coordinates the plan of care to include other disciplines as needed and act as a case manager to ensure integration of care is provided. 

Demonstrates teaching skills and continued competence in performing therapeutic interventions for all levels of complexity in patient care.  Uses critical thinking skills to assess patient's condition and determine appropriate interventions.  Instructs patients/caregivers of the safety measures appropriate to care and environment and implements standard precautions for all patient.  Participates in weekly case conferences as appropriate. 

Requires a minimum of one year medical/surgical nursing within the last five years. At least one year of community/home health nursing strongly preferred.  Must have a valid RN license for the state of NC.