Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Associated Home Care Inc.; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Home Care Inc. seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to administer Care Plans and oversee patient wellness. The role includes supervising aides, documenting care, and communicating with care teams. Ideal candidates possess strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, alongside a nursing license and experience in home health services. Join a leading company dedicated to excellence in client service as you contribute to improving lives through compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in clinical home health services preferred.
• Current CPR certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with current insurance.

Responsibilities

• Administer Care Plans and manage patient health.
• Supervise home health aides and ensure adherence to protocols.
• Document services and communicate changes in client conditions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an approved nursing school

Current Registered Nurse license

Job description

The RN is responsible for administering the Care Plan and managing the patient/client’s health and wellness as indicated by the Care Plan. Ensures compliance with nursing/clinical standards, federal, state, and local regulations, and company policies. The role involves treating patients when appropriate and as needed for Skilled Nursing Services. The RN will be assigned a primary office location with flexibility to assist and travel to other locations as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow the Care Plan in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, patient/client/caregivers, physicians, and care team members.
• Conduct on-site Orientation, quarterly Supervision Visits, Skill Checks, and Annual Performance evaluations of home care aides, complying with regulations and policies.
• Provide ongoing instructions to home health aides during field visits, including reinforcement of Standard Precautions, Client Respect, HIPAA, and Safety protocols.
• Review Personal Care Plans from Aging Service Access Points (ASAP), and orient aides to follow these plans as authorized by the ASAP RN.
• Document services rendered and any changes in client conditions or family and home situations.
• Communicate with ASAP Case Managers or clients’ legal representatives/families regarding client status as necessary.
• Perform Mantoux tests as needed for compliance.
• Discuss medication changes with physicians; do not take medication orders over the phone. Redirect calls to the patient’s pharmacist/pharmacy.
• Provide PCH/HHA/SHA training based on the approved training program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills; requires minimal supervision.
• Competence in adhering to federal and state regulations.
• Effective communication skills with staff, physicians, referral sources, patients, and families.
• Computer literacy skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved nursing school; currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the practicing state.
• One or more years of experience in clinical home health services or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with current insurance.
• Current CPR certification preferred.

Work Environment:

• Involves manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity for treatments and injections. Occupational risks include needle puncture and back injury. Exposure to infectious hazards, including bloodborne pathogens.
• Travel requirement of up to 30%, depending on business needs.

About Associated Home Care:

With over 20 years of experience, Associated is committed to re-imagining aging, focusing on client service excellence, caregiver engagement, technological innovation, and market growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.