Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
Advocate Health at Home - Lake Zurich
Lake Zurich, IL
Days
Sign-On Bonus

REGISTERED NURSE HOME HEALTH

LOCATION: FAR NORTHEAST SUBURBS

HOURS: DAYS

This position is also eligible for a $10000.00 sign on bonus with 50% payable upon hire and 50% payable at 1year and subject to all taxes! You must be employed in the exact position at time of payout. Internal team members are not eligible for this sign on bonus at this time. Must be able to work one summer and one winter holidayMust be able to rotate on an on call scheduleFULL TIMEJOB and UNIT SUMMARY:The Home Health division of Advocate Health Care is the largest home health and hospice services in Illinois and the RN will provide home care services to the homebound population and establish strong relationships with patients and caregivers in order to assist the patient in reaching their maximum potential. Advocate Home Health Services helps patients return home to continue the care that began in the hospital. Our team helps patients and caregivers become independent when managing their condition. The delivery of high level nursing care is critical to allowing the patient to remain at home and to preventing rehospitalization. All medical needs will be coordinated by the RN who is case managing the patient and utilizing the resources of the team (i.e. social worker CNA MD etc.)Document and connect with the care team thru point of care documentation.Required to make visits to private residences which may not be accessible to people with disabilities.THE ADVOCATE HOME HEALTH NURSE:Assumes primary responsibility for the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care for assigned patients in the comfort of their own homes.Set goals which demonstrate a holistic approach to patients and families.Assumes leadership responsibilities at the unit level.Demonstrates a mastery of clinical skills.Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.Assuring/Improving Quality Care: Facilitates the patient and family`s right to rece