Admissions Start of Care Registered Nurse RN Home Health

Elara Caring • Lawrence, MA

1d • $88,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide home health care and support the continued growth of the home care industry. The nurse assesses patients’ care needs, completes initial and ongoing assessments, provides nursing care in accordance with care plans and physician orders, monitors patient conditions, and takes appropriate action when conditions change. The role also includes protecting patient and staff privacy under HIPAA, educating patients and families about care and safety, and helping ensure quality, safe, continuous care.

Requirements

• Hold a current state license as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduate from an accredited certificate, diploma, associate, or baccalaureate school of nursing.
• Have at least 1 year of experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting.
• Be able to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Have a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record, or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Nice To Haves

• Home Health experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to determine their care needs.
• Complete initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Protect patient and staff privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
• Provide nursing care according to the plan of care and physician orders.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the care team.
• Educate patients and families on their care and safety.
• Take appropriate action when patient conditions change.
• Help ensure quality, safe, and continuous patient care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement leave.
• Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree