Registered Nurse

Taunton/Attleboro Area

The registered nurse plans organized and directed home care services and is experienced in nursing, with emphasis on community health education/experience. The professional nurse builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the needs of the individuals and families within their homes and communities.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Completes initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illnesses.
• Regularly re-evaluates patient nursing needs.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Uses health assessment data to determine nursing and diagnosis.
• Developing a care plan, which establishes goal based on nursing diagnosis incorporates therapeutic, preventive, and rehabil...