Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Job at Associated Home Care, Saugus, MA

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  • Associated Home Care
  • Saugus, MA

Job Description

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:     

  • Follows appropriate Care Plan in collaboration with the Director of Nursing, patient/client/caregivers, the patient/client’s physician, and other care team members as appropriate.   

  • Performs on-site Orientation, quarterly Supervision Visits, Skill Checks and Annual Performances of home care aides in compliance with Federal, State, and applicable Accrediting body Regulations and AHC Policies.   

  • Provides on-going instructions to home health aides during field visits including reinforcement of Standard Precautions, Client Respect. HIPPA and Safety.  

  • Review Personal Care Plans from Aging service Access Points, (ASAP), orienting aides in following the care plan as authorized by the ASAP RN.  

  • Documents services rendered and changes in client conditions and/or family and home situation.  

  • Communicates with ASAP Case Managers or client’s legal representative/family any concerns or issues regarding client status, as necessary.  

  • Perform Mantoux tests as needed for Compliance.   

  • May discuss medication changes with physician but may not take medication orders over the phone. The call must be redirected to the patient/client’s pharmacist/pharmacy.  

  • Provides PCH/HHA/SHA training as required based on the approved training program 

  • Performs other duties as assigned  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:   

  • Excellent problem-solving ability, organizational skills and requires minimal direction.  

  • Demonstrated competence in applying processes designed to ensure adherence to all pertinent federal and state rules and regulations.  

  • Effective communication skills. Possess the ability to communicate with staff clearly and effectively, physicians, referral sources, patients, and their families.  

  • Demonstrated computer literacy skills.  

Required Qualifications: 

  • Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing. Currently a licensed Registered Nurse in practicing state.  

  • One or more years of experience and responsibilities in clinical home health services, or equivalent preferred.  

  • Must be a licensed driver in the appropriate state and have available independent transportation with current insurance coverage. 

  • Current CPR certification - preferred. 

Work Environment:   

  • A sizable portion of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination and finger dexterity, (administration of routine treatments & injections). Work does involve occupational risk (needle puncture, back injury). Routine exposure to infectious hazards, including blood borne pathogens.  

  • Frequent degree of travel required – upwards of 30% - depending on business needs  

About Associated Home Care 

Fueled by a real understanding of today’s challenges, Associated is committed to a fundamental re-imagining of what it means to age. With over 20 years of operating experience, we have built a replicable service prototype, developed profitable, long-standing referral relationships, and created an innovative brand that positions us to serve the future customer. We are embarking on an exciting new growth chapter that focuses on client service excellence, caregiver engagement, technological innovation, and growth in new markets.  

Associated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.  

HWOS1000 

HouseWorks, LLC and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Immediate start,

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