Field RN- Home Care

Elite Home Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

Elite Home Health Care in New York is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead care planning and oversee patient wellness in the home. The RN coordinates with physicians, case managers, and caregivers to deliver skilled nursing services under the Care Plan.

Responsibilities include creating Plans of Care, training aides, and ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations. Travel to patient homes is expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing school with a Diploma, Baccalaureate, or Master’s Degree.
• Current NYS RN license and registration.
• Licensed driver with independent transportation and valid insurance.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers care plans in collaboration with the Director of Nursing and care team.
• Provides direct skilled nursing and private duty nursing.
• Develops and reviews Plans of Care tailored to each client.
• Trains and supervises home care aides as directed.
• Documents services and changes in client condition accurately.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Regulatory compliance

Education

Nursing degree (Diploma/BSN/MSN)

Tools

EHR software

Job description

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus upon successful completion of 90 days of employment.

About Elite

Elite Home Health Care is a licensed home care agency that provides professional homecare services in the New York Metropolitan area, Central, and Upstate NY Regions. At Elite, we only hire the most qualified nurses, home health aides and caregivers who are hand-picked based on their skills and capabilities. They are all licensed, insured and cleared with extensive background screening. But most importantly, our caregivers are known for their warmth, attentiveness and reliability. Our main goal is to deliver compassionate, professional, and integrity-centered care to our clients. We work within the community to provide quality home care for individuals in need. We are committed to providing our clients with the best possible and most compassionate care!

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the creation of the Care Plan and overseeing the health and wellness of patients/clients as indicated by the Care Plan. This role ensures compliance with nursing/clinical standards, federal, state, and local regulations, and company policies. The RN provides direct skilled nursing services, performs private duty nursing, and supports the professional development of Caregivers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administers the appropriate Care Plan in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, patient/client/caregivers, physicians, and other care team members.
• Offers ongoing instructions and care plan review to Caregivers during field visits, reinforcing standard precautions, client respect, HIPAA, POC Compliance, disease process and safety protocols.
• Creates Plans of Care (POC) tailored to meet the client’s individual needs.
• Reviews personal care plans from, orienting aides to follow the care plan as authorized by the RN.
• Performs on-site orientations, quarterly supervision visits, skill checks, and annual performance evaluations for home care aides, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations.
• Writes and updates client care plans at admission and as required.
• Documents services rendered, changes in client conditions, and family/home situations accurately and timely.
• Communicates with case managers or client’s legal representatives/family regarding concerns or changes in client status.
• Provides ACD/PCA/HHA/SHA training based on the approved training program.
• Provides initial and reassessment nursing assessments on all clients, following the guidelines set forth by the Department of Health.
• Participates in audits conducted by the Agency and/or regulatory bodies.
• Responsible for annual Caregiver assessment ensuring effectiveness of the care being Provides initial and reassessment nursing assessments on all clients, following the guidelines set forth by the Department of Health.
• Participates in audits conducted by the Agency and/or regulatory bodies.
• Creates Plans of Care (POC) tailored to meet the client’s individual needs.
• Assigned a primary office location with flexibility to assist and travel to other locations as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong organizational skills with minimal supervision required.
• Competence in ensuring adherence to all pertinent federal and state rules and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively interact with staff, physicians, referral sources, patients, and families.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety protocols, operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and healthcare procedure manuals.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing with a Diploma, Baccalaureate, or Master’s Degree.
• Currently licensed and registered as a Registered Nurse in the practicing state (NYS required).
• Must be a licensed driver with independent transportation and current insurance coverage.
• Compassionate, Caring & Understanding
• Driver’s license & vehicle
• Bilingual Preferred

Preferred:

• One year of satisfactory nursing experience in home care.
• One year of experience in nursing care within an acute care facility.
• Home Care Experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (duplicate section)

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong organizational skills with minimal supervision required.
• Competence in ensuring adherence to all pertinent federal and state rules and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to effectively interact with staff, physicians, referral sources, patients, and families.
• Demonstrated computer literacy skills.

Work Environment

• On the road
• Travel required 10-20% of time to other markets on an as needed basis

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs frequently throughout the day
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25–50 pounds occasionally (e.g., assisting patients, carrying medical equipment or supplies)
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity necessary for performing clinical tasks (e.g., wound care, administering injections)
• Ability to drive for extended periods and enter/exit a vehicle multiple times daily
• Capacity to work in a variety of home environments, which may include small or cluttered spaces, uneven surfaces, or limited climate control

Work Environment (duplicate section)

• This position requires frequent local travel to patient homes throughout the designated service area
• Must be comfortable driving multiple times per day and adapting to varied home settings.

Pay Range

The hiring range for this position is $115,000.00-130,000.00 annually. Various factors will determine final compensation, such that a candidate’s years of relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location influence final compensation.

HouseWorks, LLC and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.