Weekend Home Health Registered Nurse

Job Description

About the Company

CenterWell Home Health specializes in providing personalized, comprehensive home care for patients who are managing a chronic condition or recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or hospitalization. Their care teams are interdisciplinary, including nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, home health aides, and medical social workers. The collective goal of these teams is to help patients rehabilitate, recover, and regain their independence, enabling them to live healthier and happier lives.

CenterWell, a company under Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), is focused on creating patient-centric experiences and addressing whole-person health, encompassing physical, emotional, and social wellness. It is described as the nation’s largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and the fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager. As part of Humana, CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. The company prides itself on employing over 30,000 clinicians dedicated to “putting health first.” They support their employees through flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs, and career coaching, promoting investment in personal and professional well-being from day one.

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries offer competitive benefits designed to support whole-person well-being, encouraging personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, various types of time off (paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and other opportunities. Humana operates as an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a policy against discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. They also take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals with disabilities or protected veteran status, ensuring all employment decisions are based solely on valid job requirements.

Job Description: Weekend Home Health Registered Nurse

This role is for a Weekend Home Health Registered Nurse at CenterWell Home Health, where the primary aim is to contribute to a caring community focused on putting health first. The position involves making a significant daily impact by delivering personalized, one-on-one care to patients in the comfort of their homes, assisting them in regaining independence. The nurse will collaborate closely with a dedicated team of physicians and clinicians to develop and manage comprehensive care plans that facilitate patient recovery and help them return to their desired lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing visits for home health patients, including admissions, ongoing case management, and follow-up care, specifically on a Weekend Schedule (Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday weekly).
• Administer continuous care and case management for each patient, ensuring necessary follow-up as directed by the Clinical Manager.
• Collaborate with physicians to establish the initial plan of treatment based on physician’s orders and the patient’s initial assessment.
• Deliver hands-on care, manage and evaluate the care plan, and educate patients in accordance with physician orders, under the supervision of the Clinical Manager.
• Revise care plans in consultation with the physician, based on ongoing assessments and adherence to policy/regulation.
• Coordinate appropriate care involving various healthcare personnel, such as Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Home Health Aides, and external providers.
• Continuously report patient care, condition, and progress to the patient’s physician and Clinical Manager.
• Implement the patient care plan in conjunction with the patient and their family to help them achieve optimal resolution of their needs and problems.
• Coordinate, oversee, and supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides, and Personal Care Workers, providing written personal care instructions/care plans that reflect the current plan of care. Monitor the appropriate completion of documentation by these workers as part of the supervisory/leadership responsibility.
• Discharge patients after consultation with the physician and Clinical Manager, preparing and completing all required clinical documentation.
• Prepare comprehensive medical documentation for all patients, including records of case conferences, patient contacts, medication order changes, re-certifications, progress updates, and care plan changes.
• Prepare visit/shift reports, update/summarize patient records, and confer with other healthcare disciplines to ensure optimum patient care.

Required Experience/Skills:

• Possession of a Diploma, Associate, or Bachelor Degree in Nursing.
• A minimum of one year of nursing experience in home health is required.
• Proficiency in OASIS (Outcome and Assessment Information Set) is mandatory.
• Experience with Home Care Home Base software is preferred.
• A current and unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure is essential.
• Current CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Pay Range and Schedule:

• The compensation for this role can be structured as pay per visit/unit, ranging from $45.00 to $63.00.
• For full-time employment (40 hours per week), the estimated starting base pay ranges from $70,500 to $96,900 per year.
• The scheduled weekly hours are 40. The pay range provided is an estimate of starting base pay for full-time employment at the time of posting and may vary based on geographic location and individual qualifications, including demonstrated job-related skills, knowledge, experience, education, and certifications.