In-Home Registered Nurse: Impactful Geriatric Care

pathways-healthcare-careers; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

FSA

Short-Term Disability

PTO

Gym access

Snack bar

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare, a leading home health and hospice provider in Massachusetts, is seeking a skilled registered nurse to join our in-home care team. This full-time role covers Quincy, Braintree, Milton, and nearby areas, with a Monday–Friday schedule from our Westwood office.

Eligible candidates hold an active MA nursing license, have 2+ years in geriatrics, and possess a nursing degree from an accredited school.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Nursing license in the State where the position is based.
• Preferably 2+ years of nursing experience, with a focus on geriatrics.
• Nursing degree from an accredited institution.
• Excellent bedside manners and exceptional communication skills.
• Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver's license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Initiate appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Conduct initial assessments of patients and families to determine home care needs.
• Perform thorough physical assessments and gather comprehensive medical histories.
• Develop and revise individualized plans of care based on patient status and evolving needs.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary teams to create robust Plans of Care for each patient.
• Responsively address inquiries and concerns from patients, caregivers, and medical teams.
• Provide counseling and support to patients and caregivers before, during, and after treatment.
• Supervise home health aides as required.
• Identify discharge planning needs and proactively implement them as part of the care plan development.

Skills

Nursing

Geriatrics

Communication

Clinical assessment

CPR/BLS

Regulatory knowledge

Driving

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Pathways Healthcare, a leading home health and hospice provider in Massachusetts, is seeking a skilled registered nurse to join our in-home care team. This full-time role covers Quincy, Braintree, Milton, and nearby areas, with a Monday–Friday schedule from our Westwood office.

Eligible candidates hold an active MA nursing license, have 2+ years in geriatrics, and possess a nursing degree from an accredited school.