Field-based)

FreedomCare•New York City, NY

7d•Remote

About The Position

FreedomCare is a healthcare company dedicated to revolutionizing the home care industry since 2016. We support our patients by ensuring they have the power to choose a caregiver who will care for them in the comfort of their own homes. Our mission spans coast to coast, supporting patients across the U.S. We pride ourselves on our values which drive the level of care that we deliver to our patients: Here For You (An attitude of service, empathy, and availability) Own It (Drive and ownership) Do the Right Thing (High integrity) Be Positive (Great attitude and a can-do positive approach to challenges). We are looking for a Registered Nurse - Bilingual Spanish for our Licensed Home Care Bronx team. The Field Registered Nurse is an integral team member of the FreedomCare Licensed Home Care team. They assess our patients' current service needs and reassess needs for service upon significant change in health status.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (BSN) and current NYS License or compact License that is in good standing (OR) associate's degree in nursing with relevant homecare clinical experience.
Minimum of 1-2 years of Nursing experience with a concentration in the homecare agency space.
Experience in geriatric care or working with individuals with disabilities.
Ability to travel within the 5 boroughs, as needed.
Current knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and time management skills.
Required 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

Master's degree in nursing.
Experience in Home Care, Geriatrics and Case Management; field experience assessing patient care.
3+ years of homecare agency experience.
Previous experience in a non-skilled home care setting.
Bilingual in Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Korean and Bengali.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial assessments of clients to determine care needs and develop individualized care plans.
Train and supervise non-skilled caregivers in providing personal care, companionship, and assistance with daily living activities.
Monitor clients’ overall well-being and report any changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
Educate clients and their families on effective 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 ensuring confidentiality.
Act as a liaison between clients, families, and caregivers to facilitate communication and enhance the quality of care.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in home care.