KeystoneCare Home Health and Hospice

Registered Nurse Home Health (Montgomery County and Vicinity)

KeystoneCare Home Health and Hospice  •  Plymouth Meeting, PA (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

As a Registered Nurse Home Health at KeystoneCare, your primary responsibility will be to deliver compassionate and professional nursing care to patients in the Montgomery County area and its surroundings. You will assess patients’ needs, develop individualized care plans, provide education and support to patients and their families, and ensure effective communication with the healthcare team. Your role is crucial in promoting patient independence and well-being, focusing on improving health outcomes in the home setting.

See what it's like to work for KeystoneCare: https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=DyEH9buz_Vc

KeystoneCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This position requires flexible hours, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ health and functional status to determine eligibility for home health services.
  • Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educate patients and their families about managing illnesses and promoting health.
  • Monitor patients’ progress and adjust care plans as necessary based on clinical judgment.
  • Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care provided in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
  • Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
  • Provide referrals for additional services as needed to support patient care.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a safe care environment.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
  • Valid RN license to practice in Pennsylvania.
  • Experience in home health or community health nursing preferred.
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Understanding of home health regulations and procedures.
  • Proficient in utilizing electronic health record systems.
  • Annual influenza vaccination or an approved exemption.

Benefits

  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Paid Time Off
  • Mileage reimbursement between patients at IRS rate
  • Paid Holidays for Full-time staff
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Aflac plans available for Full-time staff
  • $25K Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for full-time staff
  • Retirement plan with discretionary employer match
KeystoneCare Home Health and Hospice

About KeystoneCare Home Health and Hospice

KeystoneCare is a nonprofit organization that provides a full continuum of home health and hospice services in the Greater Philadelphia Region. KeystoneCare offers post-hospitalization home care, palliative care, comprehensive hospice services, private duty care, and telehealth services. For more than 20 years, we have helped improve the quality of life for our patients and their families with comfort and dignity, regardless of stage of life or state of health. KeystoneCare is also known as Keystone Hospice and KeystoneCare Home Health.

KeystoneCare is Medicare and Medicaid certified, and maintains contractual agreements with most of the major insurance plans in the region. We are also a participant in the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services'​ Aging Waiver Program. KeystoneCare is governed by a Board of Directors.

The Keystone Homecare and Hospice teams are comprised of social workers, certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, medical director, physical therapists, occupational therapists, chaplain, and a certified music therapist. Keystone House, the residential hospice in the historic John Welsh House on Stenton Avenue in Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania, has a support staff that also includes volunteers from the local community.

KeystoneCare is also a leader in educational support with ongoing relationships with several local colleges and universities, including University of Pennsylvania, St. Joseph’s University, and Temple University. Please contact our office if you would like to volunteer or offer a donation.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Wyndmoor, PA
Year Founded
Unknown
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