Private Duty Nurse (PDN)
Company: Pasco (personal Assistance Services Of Colorado)
Location: Westminster
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
For over 30 years, PASCO has been providing industry-leading
care and advocacy programs for a broad range of clients with
disabilities and their families. Our primary mission is to help our
clients lead rich and fulfilling lives while in the comfort and
safety of their own homes. Here at PASCO, we strive to hire the
best! Were all about teamwork and approach decisions as a team with
the main focus on always doing the right thing.Did you know?PASCO
was the first agency to offer the Family CNA (Certified Nursing
Assistant) program through Medicaid. This program pays the cost of
CNA school for x2 caregiversPASCO was the first to offer a
Pediatric Personal Care program through MedicaidPASCO provides
services for 15 counties along the front range of ColoradoPASCO has
worked tirelessly to bring accessible transportation, family
caregiving, service expansions, and forward-thinking legislation on
behalf of the disability community for over 30 years! Built by
advocacy, sustained by compassion.PASCO is currently seeking a
compassionate and dedicated RN to provide personalized one-on-one
care for a male client in his early 20's who lives in Westminster
who requires respiratory and GB cares. This position will be needed
on a part or full-time basis with a schedule of any consecutive
days M-F working a shift of either 10 hours (9pm-7am) OR 12 hours
(9pm - 9am).POSITIONPrivate Duty Nurse (PDN)POSITION PURPOSEProvide
direct, comprehensive nursing services for a single client on an
hourly basis. Additionally, this role will provide client
education, complete and submit all required documentation, and may
supervise or direct other assigned care providers.KEY DUTIES &
RESPONSIBILITIESProvide direct and comprehensive skilled nursing
services on an hourly basis as per the clients physician's orders
and in alignment with accepted standards of practice and governing
body regulations.Promptly and accurately interpret and execute
physicians' ordersConduct assessments encompassing physical,
emotional, psychosocial, and environmental aspects of the client's
needs, initiating suitable preventive and rehabilitative nursing
proceduresAid clients in pursuing care-related goals and recommend
goal revisions based on changes in the client's statusFoster and
sustain relationships with assigned clients and their natural
supports in-homeEnsure the delivery of high-quality, consistent
care by effectively communicating and coordinating with the RN Case
Manager, family, physician, and other PDN staffMaintain in-home
charts and medication sheets, updating and communicating changes
with the RN Case Manager following PASCO policies and governing
body regulationsReview and report the outcomes of laboratory tests
and other diagnostic procedures to relevant care providersEngage in
client case conferences with the RN Case Manager, actively
communicating pertinent informationDemonstrate a comprehensive
understanding of the clients individualized Plan of Care
(Physicians Plan of Care, Home Health Aide Plan of Care), evaluate
practices and outcomes against this plan, and recommend changes or
revisions to the client, RN Case Manager, and/or physician when
appropriateComplete and submit all necessary documentation adhering
to governing body rules, regulations, and established Agency
guidelinesSupervise and direct assigned LPNs and aides in
accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations and Agency
PolicyProvide guidance on appropriate procedures to LPNs, CNAs, or
other care providers as neededUphold care quality standards and
process CNA supervisory forms within specified timelinesContribute
to the performance management process by offering feedbackIdentify
the learning needs of clients and/or caregivers, educate them (if
applicable), and make suitable referrals to community resources to
enhance client health and well-beingMaintain open and effective
communication with team members and PASCO nursing
administrationProvide crucial information to the Nursing Supervisor
regarding wounds, infections, hospitalizations, etc.Attend nurse
meetings, actively engage with information presented, and seek
additional knowledge as neededProactively communicate any clinical
questions, compliance queries, special circumstances, or other
issuesComply with all HIPAA regulations, ensuring strict
confidentiality of client healthcare recordsAdhere to State and
Federal Agencies' rules and regulations as well as PASCOs
administrative guidelinesPerform other duties as assigned by PASCOs
nursing administrationAccess to a reliable transportation, valid
Colorado drivers license and active insuranceEXPERIENCE1-3+ years
experience practicing as a PDN providing in-home care
(preferred)Documented experience and skill set matching
client/family needsHome Health nursing experience (highly
preferred)Active and current drivers
license/insuranceEDUCATION/LICENSESCurrent license to practice as a
Registered Nurse in the state of Colorado (confirmed through
DORA)Current CPR CertificationKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/STRENGTHSRemain
alert and attentive during overnight hours while delivering care to
clientClinical Judgment: Ability to independently collect and
interpret data about a client, arrive at a conclusion and identify
the appropriate action. This involves problem solving, decision
making and critical thinking rooted in clinical knowledge and
experience.Client Service: Ability to establish and maintain
relationships with clients, and provide professional appropriate,
compassionate and empathetic care to clientsMaintaining
Commitments: Ability to consistently fulfill commitments, show up
when promised, and maintain strong communicationCollaboration:
Ability to maintain a positive attitude, demonstrate flexibility
and balance self-interest with the interests of the agencyKnowledge
of State, Federal and Licensing rules and regulations for care
delivery and documentation by Home Care AgenciesKnowledge of unique
issues related to care delivery for people with a variety of
disabilitiesAbility to assess data reflective of the clients
statusAbility to communicate effectively both orally and in
writingAbility to operate a computer, familiarity with Microsoft
products, specifically Outlook, and ability to receive and process
work in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) systemPHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTSMedium detailed work:Requires walking or standing a
significant amount of the time duing shiftCapability to assist
client with mobility or transfersExerting up to 50 pounds of force
occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up
to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Requires stooping,
kneeling, crouching, grasping, lifting, reaching, pushing, twisting
at waistRequires close visual acuity to perform an activity such
as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer
terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small
defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including
inspection)JOB TYPE: part or full-timeSHIFT SCHEDULE: Overnights.
Any consecutive days of the week (M-F) working 10 hours (9pm-7am)
OR 12 hours (9pm - 9am) shiftsLOCATION: Federal Heights, 80221PAY
RANGE: $23 - $38/hour DOE and licensure. The chosen candidate will
also receive a $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUSPASCO is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. We celebrate diversity of all kinds and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients
that is free of harassment and discrimination.by Jobble
Keywords: Pasco (personal Assistance Services Of Colorado), Broomfield , Private Duty Nurse (PDN), Healthcare , Westminster, Colorado
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