Staten Island, NY)

FreedomCare•Staten Island, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

FreedomCare is a healthcare company that delivers home care and supports patients and caregivers. The Field Nurse is an integral member of the Licensed Home Care team, assessing patients’ service needs and reassessing those needs following significant changes in health status. This is a per-diem, field-based position requiring frequent travel to patients’ homes in Brooklyn and Staten Island, NY. The role supports individualized care planning, caregiver supervision, patient and family education, and coordination to promote quality, safe home care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) and a current NYS or compact nursing license in good standing, or an associate’s degree in nursing with relevant home-care clinical experience.
At least 1–2 years of nursing experience, with a concentration in the home-care agency setting.
Experience in geriatric care or working with individuals with disabilities.
Ability to travel within the five boroughs as needed.
Current knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with caregivers and families.
Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Previous experience in a non-skilled home care setting.
Strong experience using a Uniform Assessment System (UAS).

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, or Bengali.
Master’s degree in nursing.
Experience in home care, geriatrics, and case management, including field experience assessing patient care.
Three or more years of home-care agency experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial client assessments to determine care needs and develop individualized care plans.
Train and supervise non-skilled caregivers providing personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily living activities.
Monitor clients’ overall well-being and report changes to appropriate healthcare professionals.
Educate clients and their families on care strategies, safety measures, and daily living skills.
Ensure compliance with agency policies, state regulations, and best practices in non-skilled care.
Maintain accurate, confidential documentation of client care and progress.
Serve as a liaison among clients, families, and caregivers to facilitate communication and enhance care quality.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with home care best practices.
Travel frequently to patients’ homes in Brooklyn and Staten Island, and within the five boroughs as needed.