Home Care Registered Nurse

IntelliResume; Town of Riverhead (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health’s Home Care Registered Nurse role in Riverhead, NY offers comprehensive in-home nursing using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. This position suits nurses who thrive on patient-centered care and collaboration with healthcare teams.

The nurse conducts patient interviews, assesses GI, CV, respiratory, renal and neuro health, documents outcomes, and supports discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date.
• Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required.
• Valid Driver's License in New York State may be required depending on area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and explain policies and procedures.
• Assess gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and neurological health status.
• Communicate and document patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care.
• Assess patient’s psychosocial health status and identify teaching needs.
• Develop criteria for measurement of patient outcomes and establish individualized patient goals.
• Coordinate the cost‑effective use of supplies, equipment, and medication.
• Implement the plan of care and maintain patient safety precautions.
• Administer prescribed treatments and provide emotional support to patients.
• Keep accurate documentation of patient’s treatment and responses.
• Participate in planning for discharge and coordinate referrals.

Skills

Patient interviews

Assessment

Documentation

Plan of care

Discharge planning

Communication

Emotional support

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

BSN in progress

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

About This Role

The Home Care Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care for patients in their homes, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care. This role is ideal for nurses who excel in patient-centered care and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Highlights

• Location: Riverhead, NY
• Schedule: Full-Time, Day shift

What You'll Do

• Conduct patient interviews and explain policies and procedures.
• Assess gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and neurological health status.
• Communicate and document patient’s physiologic health status and plan of care.
• Assess patient’s psychosocial health status and identify teaching needs.
• Develop criteria for measurement of patient outcomes and establish individualized patient goals.
• Coordinate the cost‑effective use of supplies, equipment, and medication.
• Implement the plan of care and maintain patient safety precautions.
• Administer prescribed treatments and provide emotional support to patients.
• Keep accurate documentation of patient’s treatment and responses.
• Participate in planning for discharge and coordinate referrals.

Requirements

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred

Experience:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two (2) years and obtain a BSN Degree within five (5) years of job entry date

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State required
• Valid Driver's License in New York State may be required depending on area of assignment

About Northwell Health

Northwell Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on innovation and collaboration to improve health outcomes for the communities they serve.