Community Health Nurse
About The Position
CenterLight Healthcare PACE is seeking a Community Health Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to older adult participants in their homes and across the continuum of care. The nurse works as part of an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), contributing clinical expertise to individualized care plans and helping participants remain safe, healthy, and independent in their homes and communities. The position is 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, and is covered by the NYSNA collective bargaining agreement. The listed salary range is $114,497.00–$131,827.72; wages are contingent on the agreement's terms and conditions. Additional compensation may be available for verified nursing experience and qualifying nursing education. CenterLight Healthcare PACE provides comprehensive medical, social, behavioral health, rehabilitation, and long-term care services to older adults throughout the New York metropolitan area. Its interdisciplinary model coordinates personalized care in participants' homes and communities.
Requirements
- Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- At least one year of RN experience in Home Health, Acute Care, Medical-Surgical, and/or Critical Care.
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
- Computer proficiency.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Experience with frail or elderly populations.
- UAS-NY assessment experience.
- PACE, Managed Care, Home Care, or Case Management experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care in participants' homes and across the continuum of care.
- Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and UAS-NY evaluations.
- Develop and update individualized care plans with the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Coordinate care with physicians, hospitals, specialists, nursing facilities, and community providers.
- Administer medications and skilled nursing treatments.
- Educate participants and caregivers about disease management, medications, and safety.
- Identify changes in condition and intervene early to help prevent avoidable hospitalizations.
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
Benefits
- Competitive NYSNA union benefits.
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
- No-cost preventive care and many in-network services.
- Life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Experience differential for eligible verified nursing experience.
- Educational differential for qualifying nursing degrees.
- Paid Family Leave benefits.
- Employee Recognition events.
- Relias learning platform with continuing education resources.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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