Franklin County Home Health Agency

Registered Nurse - In this position, you will practice, teach and/or supervise nursing care in a community setting. You will be responsible for assigned clients and families; carry out nursing skills contributing to treatment and rehabilitation, prevention of disease and conservation of health. This position will be regularly scheduled to work on the weekends during the day, as well as work the on call rotation during the week and on weekends from 4:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m. Candidate must be currently registered with the state of Vermont.

In this position you will:

Provide nursing care and interventions in accordance with standards of practice. Assess clients for appropriateness for home care or hospice services including assessment of functional status, physical and medical condition.

Assess clients for appropriateness for home care or hospice services including assessment of functional status, physical and medical condition. Collaborate with client and physician to develop plan of care.

Update plan of care as needed and in accordance with Agency policy. Obtain physician orders prior to initiation of care and interventions. Initiate referrals to Agency disciplines and community resources as indicated.

Document provision of care and collaboration with other members of the team in accordance with Agency policy. Provide case management, including data collection, assessment, treatment, teaching, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Inform the physician and other disciplines of changes in a client’s condition and needs.
 
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties and projects within allotted time. Meet Agency expectations regarding productivity, weekend, and holiday work and other assignments according to Agency need.

Demonstrate respect, tolerance and understanding for client’s autonomy and independence. Act as an advocate for client and family in meeting their health care needs. Establish trust and confidence in client relationship.

Show good judgment and insight in developing an approach to use within client relationship. Demonstrate knowledge of and respect for the rights, dignity and individuality of each client in all interactions.

Assure transitions of care through effective and timely communication, documentation and planning. Comply with Medicare Conditions of Participation and other relevant regulation at all times.

Licensed Nursing Assistant - Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNA) provide personal care, emotional support and basic homemaker services in accordance with the Plan of Care. The LNA works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or therapist. This position will provide care daily from approximately 6:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. and in the evening from 9-10 p.m. in the Swanton area. Must have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and active LNA license in the State of Vermont. Experience working in a facility providing care to high needs clients is preferred.

Care Attendant - Our caregivers help people remain safe and independent at home by providing homemaking,  meal preparation, errands and personal care services.  Ideal candidates are professional, compassionate, reliable, honest, and committed to providing excellent care and service. Must have the ability to work with a variety of personalities in a variety of settings. Willing to work weekends and/or during the week for 4-6 hours in the mornings, afternoons, or evenings.

If you are skilled at the three C's (caring, cooking, and cleaning) love to drive, and enjoy variety in your schedule and work day, then this may be the career for you*I

If you are applying for a Care Attendant Position, please click here for the Care Attendant application.