Maxim Healthcare is looking for a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) who has a heart for pediatrics to assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient client care. This is a 1:1 Private Duty position that works toward keeping patients home with their families, where they want to be the most!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Assesses and evaluates patient nursing needs regularly
- Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient/client care and/or services provided to client(s) receiving contracted services, as required
- Initiates the plan of care when directed and requests from prescriber any necessary revisions as patient status and needs change
- Incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabilitative nursing actions based on patient diagnosis and established goals
- Intervenes as applicable in response to changes in patient/client condition and reports such changes to appropriate physician or supervisor
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, as well as, monitors and documents effectiveness of intervention
- Assures patient/client safety at all times
- Monitors the safety and effectiveness of the care/services environment and equipment used, including universal precautions
- Adheres to the following professional practice standards:
- Nurse Practice Act
- Standards of Nursing Practice
- Standards of Patient Care
- Standards of Accrediting Body
- State and Local Laws
- Patient Bill of Rights
- Policies and procedures of contracted customers
- Adheres to Maxim policy, procedure and applicable protocols
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
- Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in specific state required
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice
- One year prior professional nursing experience preferred
- Current CPR
- PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
- Successful completion of Maxim Orientation and Compliance training, and all other assigned trainings as required
About Maxim Healthcare Services
Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer Private Duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.