RN - HOME HEALTH / CASE MANAGER (REQ 3510)

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Job description

3510 RN - HOME HEALTH / CASE MANAGER (REQ 3510) INTERNAL HOME HEALTH SERVICES Homer , AK Nursing Casual , Days , Req # 3510 POSITION PURPOSE:
Utilizes the patient centered care model to plan and provide total, direct patient care in the home, according to established standards, policies and best practices.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Must possess a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Alaska
• Must possess, and maintain, a current Basic Life Support Certification
• One year of recent clinical nursing experience
• A valid Alaska driver's license and vehicle liability insurance in accordance with Alaska state law.
• Sufficient oral and written skills are required to effectively communicate and document care given.
• Numerical ability is required to calculate drug dosages.

ENVIRONMENT:
South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22 bed critical access hospital and 28 bed Long Term Care facility, located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula. The position requires walking, standing for extended periods, stooping and the ability to lift 50 pounds, ability to drive and to sit in vehicle for extended periods of time. Persons in this position are exposed to infectious diseases, including blood-borne pathogens, muscle strains, falls, and needle stick injuries. Generally, physical needs are moderate and most work is performed inside. Working hours may fluctuate based on scheduling needs and patient census. The Home Health Program provides community based services within the service area of South Peninsula Hospital. The service area extends from Ninilchik to Kachemak Selo at the head of Kachemak Bay. The Home Health RN/Case Manager will occasionally travel outside the service area per contractual agreement with insurance, drug companies and other agencies. Travel in inclement weather is occasionally necessary.

Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!

South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.

SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.

We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!

Apply today at . If you have any questions, please call our Human Resources Department at or email .