Assessment and Field Support Nurse (Registered Nurse / RN)

BrightStar Care of Louisville•Louisville, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse / Assessment and Field Support Nurse provides assessments, clinical oversight, and support for BrightStar Care clients receiving caregiving services. Reporting directly to the Director of Nursing, the nurse serves as a clinical resource for clients, families, and caregivers, supporting quality care, regulatory compliance, and continuity of services. Responsibilities include initial admission assessments and ongoing reassessments, support for admissions, education and competency validation, and collaboration on quality improvement initiatives. The position has a visible field presence and acts as a liaison among clients, caregivers, and BrightStar leadership. It does not include employee performance management, disciplinary actions, scheduling, or direct supervision of staff. The role conducts comprehensive client assessments and supervisory visits, develops and updates individualized plans of care, identifies changes in client condition, and communicates recommendations to the care team. It supports clients and families through education and admission transitions, coaches and validates caregiver competencies, contributes to quality assurance and compliance activities, and helps prepare the agency for accreditation and regulatory surveys. The position requires travel to client homes and community locations within the service area.

Requirements

Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
At least two years of nursing experience caring for adults or geriatric populations.
Experience performing physical assessments, developing care plans, and assessing social determinants of health (SDOH).
Excellent communication, teaching, and relationship-building skills.
Strong organizational and critical-thinking abilities.
Proficiency in EMR documentation, Microsoft Office applications, and standard office technology.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel within the service area.
Ability to travel to client homes and community locations.
Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull as needed for client assessments.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Visual and hearing acuity.
Ability to use standard office equipment and electronic documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

Home health, hospice, or community-based care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive initial assessments for new clients receiving caregiving home care services.
Perform scheduled reassessments and supervisory visits in accordance with agency policy, regulatory guidelines, Joint Commission recommendations, physician orders, and payer requirements.
Develop, review, and update individualized plans of care and task lists.
Identify changes in client condition and communicate recommendations to the Director of Nursing, Director of Operations, and other care team members.
Help ensure services are delivered safely and in accordance with clinical standards, best practices, agency policies, and Joint Commission recommendations.
Assist with the admission process and support a smooth transition for new clients and families.
Educate clients and families about care plans, expectations, safety, and available resources.
Serve as a clinical resource for clients, families, and caregivers.
Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and Director of Operations to resolve issues and promote positive client outcomes.
Support caregivers in client homes.
Conduct caregiver skills validation and new-hire competency check-offs.
Identify educational opportunities and provide caregiver coaching, mentoring, and training.
Support ongoing caregiver competency and best practices through home visits and one-on-one education.
Provide caregivers with assistance regarding patient care concerns.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
Assist with chart audits to ensure documentation accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.
Support agency readiness for Joint Commission accreditation and regulatory surveys.
Monitor compliance with agency policies, infection prevention standards, and documentation requirements.
Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and Director of Operations to identify process improvements that enhance client care and outcomes.
Promptly communicate client status updates and concerns to the Director of Nursing and Director of Operations.
Foster positive working relationships among clients, families, caregivers, physicians, and community partners.
Act as a clinical liaison between caregiving staff, clients and families, and agency leadership.