Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per Diem

Comfort Home Care•Waltham, MA

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Comfort Home Care is seeking Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for Per-Diem positions in the Waltham/Arlington/Lexington area. This role offers a better work/life balance and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients by providing compassionate care in their homes. Nurses help psychiatric and home health patients remain independent, avoid unnecessary hospitalizations, and receive care in the comfort of their own homes. The compensation is $35 per visit for an RN or $30 per visit for an LPN, with an expectation of two visits per hour on average. Comfort Home Care has been a leader in psychiatric and home health nursing for over 17 years and is recognized as a top employer in MA.

Requirements

Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Massachusetts.
One year of nursing experience (home health or psych preferred).
A drive to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
Reliable transportation for patient visits.

Responsibilities

Assess and adapt to each patient's current condition, medical needs, and overall well-being.
Create and modify care plans based on patient needs and adjusting care as conditions change.
Teach and support patients, whether it's medication guidance for psychiatric patients or wound care for post-op patients, to help them stay independent at home.
Communicate and coordinate with providers, families, and care teams to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time.
Document notes from home, ensuring every visit is recorded accurately for compliance and continuity of care.