Home care nurses provide care to patients in their homes under the guidance of a physician. They perform regular visits where they monitor the patient’s condition, assess their wounds, and change dressings as required. Home care nurses also write reports and communicate with the RN after each visit.
Home Care Nurse Responsibilities:
Traveling to patients' homes and managing their care plans according to physicians' instructions.
Administering medication and insulin, and completing blood pressure, glucose, urine, and stool tests.
Inspecting wounds, changing dressings, and handling personal grooming and hygiene.
Also monthly supervisory visits to oversee CNA, PCA, HHA.
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Home care nurses provide care to patients in their homes under the guidance of a physician. They perform regular visits where they monitor the patient’s condition, assess their wounds, and change dres...
