Weekend On Call Visiting Nurse (RN, Registered Nurse) - HomeCare

Hartford HealthCare; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare at Home is seeking an On‑Call Visiting Nurse to provide high‑quality, person‑centered care to clients in their homes or community settings. You will support a long‑standing network delivering home‑care services in Connecticut, with on‑call shifts including Friday 4:30 pm–Saturday 8 am and Saturday 4:30 pm–Sunday 8 am.

Responsibilities include on‑call duties, conducting nursing assessments, collaborating with physicians and case managers, and guiding LPNs and Home Care Aides.

Qualifications

• One year of nursing experience or one year in a specialty such as medical/surgery or home care.
• Licensed to practice as Registered Nurse in Connecticut.
• Proficient computer skills for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for evening, night, weekend, and holiday on-call duty as scheduled.
• Manage the region census during the assigned shift, including assessment, planning, and evaluation.
• Maintain regular communication with Nurse Supervisors, attending physicians, and case managers.
• Respond to medical or emotional crises and perform home visits to provide direct care.
• Review referrals and initiate contact with clients and families.
• Conduct complete nursing assessments based on referral data and clinical observation.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Communication skills

Clinical decision-making

Education

Associate's or diploma nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

Location and Shift

Location: 8 Keynote Drive (10628)
Shift: On‑call RN for Friday 4:30 pm–Saturday 8 am and Saturday 4:30 pm–Sunday 8 am

Overview

Work where every moment matters. As an On‑Call Visiting Nurse for Hartford HealthCare at Home, you provide high‑quality, person‑centered care to clients in their homes or community settings. Your role supports a comprehensive network that has been delivering home‑care services in Connecticut for more than 115 years.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for evening, night, weekend, and holiday on‑call duty as scheduled, in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.
• Manage the total region census during the assigned shift, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation phases of the nursing process.
• Maintain regular communication with Nurse Supervisors, attending physicians, and case managers regarding patient and family care needs and responses to interventions.
• Respond to medical or emotional crises and perform home visits to provide direct care as appropriate.
• Review referrals and initiate contact with clients and families.
• Conduct complete nursing assessments based on referral data, client/family interview, and clinical observation of patient health status.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise in symptom management and develop plans of care in collaboration with clients and interdisciplinary teams.
• Document and modify plans of care as conditions change, ensuring documentation meets Agency standards.
• Utilize payer information to maximize care planning and resources.
• Make follow‑up visits to assess disease progress, evaluate responses to treatment, and provide patient education and support.
• Teach patients and reinforce caregiver education, preparing families regarding signs and symptoms as needed.
• Refer, collaborate, and coordinate all client care services; consult with physicians about client needs and care plans.
• Direct LPNs and Home Care Aides in carrying out established plans of care.
• Refer clients/families to community resources as needed.
• Attend and participate in in‑service education programs; seek consultation and guidance from supervisors.
• Complete reporting requirements promptly.
• Participate actively in the H3W improvement process to identify service line needs and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide skilled nursing care to clients in their homes or community settings, ensuring delivery of outcome‑based, high‑quality, cost‑effective care.

Qualifications

Education: Graduated from an Associate’s or diploma nursing program (required). Graduate of an NLN‑approved BSN program preferred.

Experience: One year of nursing experience or one year in a specialty such as medical/surgery or home care (required).

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the state of Connecticut.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient computer skills and ability to manage documentation, communication, and clinical decision‑making.

Benefits and Growth

Hartford HealthCare offers competitive benefits designed to support work/life balance and provides opportunities for career development and growth across the state. As part of a cutting‑edge organization, you will help bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments, and community education to countless clients while fostering both personal and professional growth.