LPN/RN (Home Health)

Pathways Healthcare, Llc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid per visit

Mileage reimbursement

401(k) match

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare is seeking an experienced registered nurse to join our home health team in Massachusetts. You will provide patient-centered in-home nursing care, implement and monitor plans of care, and collaborate with physicians to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications include a nursing degree, 2+ years of nursing experience (geriatric care preferred), EMR proficiency, and a valid driver’s license. We offer on-site support, flexible scheduling, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of nursing experience, geriatrics preferred.
• New nurses welcome; strong training program available.
• Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Proficient with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Excellent bedside manner and communication skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations.
• Maintain valid BLS CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient status and implement plan of care.
• Regularly re-evaluate patient and family needs.
• Develop and revise care plans with patient and family involvement.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Document clinical notes and monitor pain/symptom changes.
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient needs.

Skills

Nursing experience

EMR proficiency

Excellent bedside manner

Education

BSN or nursing degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Pathways Healthcare is a leading, physician- and nurse practitioner-led home health and hospice organization, committed to redefining recovery through comprehensive, patient-centered care. Our innovative Medical Rehabilitation Program offers a meaningful alternative to institutional rehab, helping people heal at home, with dignity and purpose.

We are proud to be ranked #22 Best Places to Work in Massachusetts and #51 Best Places to Work in the United States!

Why Join Pathways?

• Work in a supportive team environment and amazing corporate culture.
• Impact patients' lives directly by providing in-home care.
• Opportunities for continued growth and professional development.
• Main Office location: Westwood, MA
• Service Area: Roxbury and Surrounding Areas
• Schedule: Flexible
• Per Visit Rates Apply

Responsibilities:

• Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by:
• Writing and initiating plan of care.
• Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs.
• Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate.
• Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient.
• Attends interdisciplinary group meetings.

Additional Duties:

• Participates in on-call duties.
• Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.
• Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes.
• Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years' nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics is desirable.
• New nurses, feel free to apply! We have a great training program.
• Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Proficient with electronic medical records.
• Excellent bedside manner and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of health care laws and regulations.
• Maintain current BLS CPR certification.
• Possess a valid driver's license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Pay Strucutre: Paid per visit ($50 weekdays / $55 weekends & holidays). Training, meetings, and other hourly activities are paid at $35/hr.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k) Match

Pathways Healthcare is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a positive work environment for our team members. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!