Registered Nurse - Home Health

pathways-healthcare-careers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

PTO 3 weeks + 1 week sick leave

Paid Holidays (8)

401(k) with employer match

BCBS Medical/Dental/Vision/Life

Short-term disability (company-paid)

FSA for healthcare and dependent care

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance & Bennie benefits

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare invites you to join our physician- and nurse practitioner-led home health and hospice team in Massachusetts. This full-time RN role offers a stable schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:30–5:00) in Westwood with service areas including Milford, Blackstone, and surrounding towns, promoting care at home with dignity and purpose.

You’ll evaluate patients, administer medications, collaborate with medical staff, and develop individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• Active Nursing license in the state where the position is based.
• Preferably 2+ years of nursing experience focusing 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 with physicians, nurse practitioners, and interdisciplinary teams to create robust Plans of Care for each patient.
• 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.

Skills

RN

Geriatrics

Bedside manner

Communication

Healthcare regulations

BLS CPR

Driver's license

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

About Us:

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.

As one of the first home health agencies to adopt AI-assisted documentation, we're investing in tools that give our clinicians time back - saving 5 to 10 hours per week! We have made a deliberate decision not to raise our productivity expectations, so the patients and clinicians win in the end. Technology handles the paperwork and your clinical judgment stays at the center of every note!

We are proud to have ranked in Boston Globe's Top Places to Work in Massachusetts and USA Today's Best Places to Work in the United States since 2023!

Job Description

• Role:
• Salary: $72,000-$92,000
• Main Office Location: Westwood, MA
• Service Area: Milford, Blackstone, Bellingham, and surrounding areas.
• Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:30-5:00pm)
• Job Type: Full-Time

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.

What We Offer

• Mileage Reimbursement
• 3 weeks PTO annually accrued and 1 week paid sick time!
• Paid Federal Holidays (8 observed annually)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical (Choice of HMO/PPO), Dental, Principal Vision and Life insurance
• 100% company-paid short-term disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax accounts available for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Reduced Electronic Documentation Time!
• Professional Development & Training Opportunities
• Employee Assistance & Benefits Support through Bennie
• Voluntary Benefits including supplemental life, accident, and disability insurance

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!