Field Nurse (Per Diem Manhattan–Bronx )

FreedomCare•New York, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

FreedomCare is a healthcare company focused on improving the delivery of home care and supporting patients and caregivers. The Field Nurse is an integral member of the Licensed Home Care team, assessing patients’ current service needs and reassessing those needs after significant changes in health status. This is a per-diem, field-based role requiring frequent travel to patients’ homes in Manhattan and the Bronx, with travel within New York City’s five boroughs as needed. The nurse conducts initial assessments, develops individualized care plans, trains and supervises non-skilled caregivers, monitors clients’ well-being, and educates clients and families. The role also includes documenting care, maintaining confidentiality, ensuring compliance with agency policies and applicable regulations, coordinating communication among clients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, and participating in ongoing training and professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) and a current New York State 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, concentrated in the home-care agency setting.
Experience in geriatric care or working with people 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.
Strong experience using a Uniform Assessment System (UAS).

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability in Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Korean, or Bengali is strongly preferred.
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.
Previous experience in a non-skilled home-care setting.

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 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 documentation of client care and progress while protecting confidentiality.
Liaise among clients, families, and caregivers to facilitate communication and improve quality of care.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with home-care best practices.
Reassess patients’ service needs following significant changes in health status.