Registered Nurse - Community Health Nurse

Rochester Regional Health; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Full benefits package

Shift differentials

OT opportunities

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Community Health Home Care team in Lakeville, NY. The role focuses on in-home nursing interventions, patient education, and care management to promote good health and one-on-one care in patients' homes.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, care planning, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Per diem, per need schedule, with flexible days and potential incentives.

Qualifications

• Diploma or associate’s degree in nursing.
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessments and skilled nursing care in patients’ homes as per physician orders.
• Develop and document individualized care plans with input from the health team.
• Maintain clear communication with patients, families, and office staff about health status and care plans.
• Accurately document client care and physician orders per program standards.
• Adhere to department protocols and applicable regulations.

Education

AS: Nursing (Required)

Tools

RN license NYS

Driver's License

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Community Health Department: Home Care Location: Rochester Regional Health Home Care - 3513 Thomas Drive Suite 6 Lakeville, NY 14480 Hours Per Week: Per Diem Schedule: As needed - Days

Why Join Our Team?

• Flexible scheduling designed to support your work-life balance
• Mileage reimbursement + paid drive time between patient visits
• Shift differentials to reward your flexibility
• Overtime opportunities for additional earning potential
• Up to $10,000 in tuition assistance for BSN to MSN advancement
• Tuition and student loan assistance programs to support your financial goals
• Comprehensive full benefits package

SUMMARY

As a Community Health Nurse, you will focus on providing nursing interventions, patient education, and care management to a variety of clients in our community. This promotes good health and one on one patient care in the comfort of their own home.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care & Service. Provide comprehensive assessments of the bio-psycho-social needs of acutely ill clients in their home; perform skilled nursing care and prescribed treatments to clients based on MD orders; provide client and family education in accordance with client assessment and plan of care
• Planning. Develop and document individualized care plans customized for each patient’s unique needs, with support from the interdisciplinary health team as needed; maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress
• Communication. Maintain effective communication to convey patient health status, treatment plans and progress; communicate with office and supervisory staff regularly; coordinates client services and/or referrals in an efficient and timely manner
• Documentation. Accurately and completely document client care; document and implement physician orders per D.O.H. and program standards
• Compliance. Adhere to required department and system protocols, regulations (local, state, federal) and education requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or associate’s degree in nursing
• Registered Nurse license in New York State
• Valid NYS Driver’s License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Compassionate, independent, and patient focused Comprehensive nursing assessments and documentation, decisive judgment and professional behavior experience in home care preferred

EDUCATION

AS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Drive - Clinical - Roles in this category require frequent driving combined with mobile clinical care across settings such as emergency response, mobile clinics, and home health environments. Staff must repeatedly enter and exit vehicles, occasionally lift and carry equipment weighing up to 100 lbs. or more, and perform care within patients’ homes or other confined, unpredictable, or uncontrolled environments. These positions demand strong fine and gross motor control, firm grasping, and heightened visual and auditory awareness to ensure safe and effective care delivery. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial due to rapid decision‑making, direct exposure to critical or sensitive situations, and independently managing patient care in the field or home setting. Environmental exposures may include traffic hazards, infectious agents, extreme temperatures, variable home conditions, and hazardous materials. Valid licensure, physical readiness, and flexibility for extended or on‑call schedules are typically required. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

PAY RANGE: $75,733.84 - $101,014.16 CITY: Lakeville POSTAL CODE: 14480 The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. Its vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.