RN Home health

Jethro Health System; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-person work

Job summary

Jethro Health System is seeking an experienced Home Health Agency RN to serve patients across the North Shore area, including Lynn and nearby communities. This part-time role offers meaningful in-home nursing care, with potential to transition to full-time as needs grow.

The ideal candidate will conduct comprehensive home visits, create individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and therapists to ensure safe transitions from hospital to home care.

Qualifications

• RN licensed to practice in the state; experience in home health preferred.
• Compassionate, patient-focused with strong communication skills.
• Experience with discharge planning and care coordination.
• Familiarity with ICD-10 coding and medical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-home nursing assessments and develop care plans.
• Deliver patient education on conditions, medications and self-care.
• Coordinate discharge planning with hospitals and care teams.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to changing needs.
• Document visits accurately in the EHR with ICD-10 coding.

Skills

Home health care

Nursing assessment

Discharge planning

Communication

ICD-10 coding

Care coordination

Patient education

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Jethro Health System is looking for an experience Home Health Agency RN to see patients in the North Shore area: Lynn, Peabody, Nahant, Revere, Winthrop, East Boston, Chelsea, Salem, Swampscott, Wakefield, Reading, Woburn, Saugus, Revere.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated RN to join our Home Health team. The ideal candidate will provide quality care to patients in the comfort of their homes in the Lynn area, ensuring their well-being and promoting independence.

This is a part-time position, with potential to become Full-Time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ health status and needs in their home environment.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient assessments and medical history.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding health conditions, medications, and self-care techniques.
• Assist with discharge planning from hospitals or rehabilitation facilities, ensuring a smooth transition back to home care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary to meet evolving health needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, social workers, and therapists, to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Document all patient interactions accurately in compliance with ICD-10 coding standards.
• Offer health coaching to empower patients in managing chronic conditions effectively.
• Provide specialized services such as esthetic laser treatment when applicable.
• Support family planning initiatives and educate patients on related health topics.

Skills

• Strong clinical skills with a focus on acute care and senior care practices.
• Excellent communication skills for effective patient education and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Proficient in discharge planning processes and the ability to navigate complex healthcare systems.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 coding for accurate documentation of patient encounters.
• Experience working in a teaching hospital environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple patient cases effectively.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in nursing care.

Join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients through compassionate home-based nursing care!

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per visit

Medical Specialty

• Home Health

Work Location: In person