Job Description

• Advanced Clinical Skills : Home care nurses with ICU, CCU, or ER experience often have advanced clinical skills in assessing and managing critically ill patients. They are trained to recognize subtle changes in a patient's condition and respond quickly to emergent situations.
• High Acuity Care : They may care for patients with complex medical conditions, such as those requiring ventilator support, hemodynamic monitoring, or continuous medication infusions. Their experience in managing high acuity patients prepares them to provide skilled nursing care in the home setting.
• Emergency Response : Home care nurses with ER experience are equipped to handle medical emergencies that may arise in the home, such as cardiac arrests, respiratory distress, or severe allergic reactions. They are trained in advanced life support techniques and can initiate interventions to stabilize patients while awaiting further medical assistance.
• Wound Management : Nurses with ICU or CCU experience often have expertise in wound care, particularly for patients with surgical wounds, pressure ulcers, or complex wounds requiring specialized dressings or interventions. They can provide comprehensive wound assessments and implement evidence-based strategies to promote healing.
• Medication Management : Given their experience in administering medications in critical care settings, home care nurses with ICU or CCU experience are adept at managing complex medication regimens. They can safely administer intravenous medications, titrate dosages based on patient response, and monitor for adverse reactions or drug interactions.
• Patient and Family Education : Home care nurses with critical care experience play a crucial role in educating patients and their families about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and self-care strategies. They can explain complex medical concepts in understandable terms and empower patients to manage their health at home.
• Psychosocial Support : Patients receiving home care often face significant physical and emotional challenges. Nurses with ICU, CCU, or ER experience understand the psychological impact of serious illness or injury and can provide empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• Collaborative Care : Home care nurses with a background in critical care are accustomed to working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and social workers. They can facilitate communication and coordination of care to ensure that patients receive comprehensive and seamless healthcare services at home.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Eligibility letter or DHA (Preferred)