Behavioral Health RN - Flexible Home Care

Elara Caring; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 82,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement for full-time

Paid time off, holidays, bereavement

Fleet vehicle program or mileage

Job summary

Elara Caring in Danbury, CT is seeking a Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health for day positions in the New Milford and Danbury areas. Enjoy flexibility and in-home care, avoiding traditional long facility hours.

As a New Milford-Danbury area day position, you’ll assess patients, manage caseloads, update care plans, educate families, and supervise staff. Must have RN license and 1+ year of clinical nursing experience; home health preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State license as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Certificate/Diploma/Associates/Baccalaureate).
• 1+ year of nursing experience in a clinical care setting.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel between patient homes.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs.
• Manage caseload and develop/update individualized care plans.
• Complete initial assessments and ongoing evaluations during visits.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate with physicians and care team.
• Update care plans as needs change; educate patients, families, and caregivers.
• Teach behavioral health care and symptom management to staff in partner care settings.
• Supervise and support Behavioral Health Aides and LPNs.
• Report safety concerns to supervisors as needed.
• Provide compassionate end-of-life support and bereavement assessments.

Skills

Nursing experience

Patient assessment

Care plan development

Family education

Education

Nursing degree (ASN/BSN)

Job description

Elara Caring in Danbury, CT is seeking a Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health for day positions in the New Milford and Danbury areas. Enjoy flexibility and in-home care, avoiding traditional long facility hours.

As a New Milford-Danbury area day position, you’ll assess patients, manage caseloads, update care plans, educate families, and supervise staff. Must have RN license and 1+ year of clinical nursing experience; home health preferred.