Wound Nurse - Home Health

Pathways Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

401(k) Match

Reduced Electronic Documentation Time

Flexible Schedule

Training and meetings paid at $35/hour

Free CEUs and professional development

Job summary

Pathways Healthcare, a leading home health and hospice provider based in Massachusetts, seeks an RN to deliver patient-centered care in the home. The role emphasizes preventive and rehabilitative nursing, medication administration, and collaborative care planning with physicians and teams.

The ideal candidate holds an active nursing license in the state of practice, a WCC certification, and 2+ years in geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Nursing license in the State(s) where the position is based.
• Must hold an active Wound Care Certification (WCC).
• 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.
• Responsibly 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Healthcare regulations knowledge

BLS CPR certification

Driver's license & vehicle

Wound Care Certification (WCC)

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

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:

• Rate: Per Visit
• Main Office location: Westwood, MA
• Service Area: Boston and Surrounding Areas
• Schedule: Flexible

Qualifications:

• Must hold an active Nursing license in the State(s) where the position is based.
• Must hold an active Wound Care Certification (WCC).
• 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
• 401(k) Match
• Reduced Electronic Documentation Time!
• Flexible Schedule
• Training, meetings, and other hourly activities paid at $35/hour
• Free CEU’s and professional development