Registered Nurse (RN) Field Nurse- Home Care

Emerson Hospital; West Concord (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Emerson Hospital – Home Care visits in Concord, MA is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver skilled nursing care in patients' homes. The role emphasizes assessment, care planning, patient education, and seamless coordination with an interdisciplinary team.

Required: RN license in MA and BLS; two years’ medical/surgical nursing experience preferred; BSN preferred. This full-time day-shift role offers autonomy, strong outcomes, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus to support a smooth

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program required.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum two years of medical/surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Experience or knowledge in home health nursing preferred.
• Massachusetts RN license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments in home care.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans and goals.
• Provide skilled nursing care and treatments per physician orders.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and care plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Document care in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to coordinate care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical judgment

Communication

EMR proficiency

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Field Nurse- Home Care

Emerson Hospital · Home Care Visits

Concord , MA

Nursing

Full Time , Day shift , 8:00am-4:30pm

Salary Range: $35.71 - $70.74 / Hourly

$10,000Sign on Bonus

Full Time, Registered Nurse, Home Care, Emerson Health, Concord, MA

Join a high-performing home care team where your clinical expertise, compassion, and autonomy help patients receive exceptional care in the comfort of their own homes. As a Home Care Registered Nurse (RN), you will build meaningful relationships with patients and families while delivering personalized, high-quality nursing care that promotes independence, healing, and quality of life.

Our home care nurses take pride in providing purpose-driven care and being part of a respected program known for clinical excellence, teamwork, and strong patient outcomes.

About the Role

The Home Care Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing skilled nursing services to patients in their homes. This role includes conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans, educating patients and families, and coordinating care to achieve optimal health outcomes.

The RN works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care while maintaining compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments in the home setting
• Develop and implement individualized care plans and goals
• Provide skilled nursing care and treatments according to physician orders
• Educate patients and families on disease management, medications, and care plans
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
• Document care accurately in the electronic medical record
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and care team members to coordinate care
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to professional and regulatory standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Education
• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

• Experience
• Minimum two (2) years of medical/surgical nursing experience preferred
• Experience or knowledge in community health or home health nursing preferred

Licensure and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts required
• BLS Basic Life Support (Healthcare Provider) certification required

Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical nursing and patient assessment skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Critical thinking and sound clinical judgment
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and computer systems
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Demonstrated customer service and patient-centered care skills

Join Our Home Care Team

If you are a compassionate Registered Nurse who values autonomy, teamwork, meaningful patient relationships, and a healthy work life balance, we invite you to join our exceptional home care team and help deliver outstanding care to patients where they feel most comfortable, at home.

We are proud to share that Newsweek named Emerson Health one of the nation’s top Home Health Agencies for 2026.