Registered Nurse, In-Home Health Assessments (Sign-On Bonus)
About The Position
Activate Care is hiring a community-focused Registered Nurse to travel to members’ homes and community settings across Massachusetts and complete in-person health assessments for a managed care health plan’s dually eligible members. The role focuses on conducting timely, accurate assessments and documenting findings for handoff to the health plan’s care management team. It does not include care-plan development or ongoing case management. The position is mobile and field-based, with 70% or more travel within the assigned area. Visits involve varied residential environments and changing weather, as well as extended periods of sitting, standing, or driving. Primary hours are during daytime slots based on member availability; optional evening or weekend scheduling may depend on shift selection. The posting states there are no weekend requirements. An active Massachusetts RN license (or higher, such as NP) and an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing are required; a BSN is preferred. Candidates must have at least one year of home health clinical experience and a valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance. Employment is contingent on a clear driving record check and maintaining personal transportation and continuous auto coverage. Annual influenza vaccination is required during flu season, with proof due within 30 days for new hires; accommodation requests are evaluated under applicable law. The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process. Activate Care will not sponsor work visas at this time. The posting welcomes both full-time and part-time interest, while active onboarding is currently focused on full-time positions. Candidates who complete the interview process and accept an offer by November 30 are eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus upon successful hire and onboarding.
Requirements
- Active Massachusetts RN license in good standing, or a higher license such as NP.
- Accredited Associate Degree in Nursing.
- At least one year of home health clinical experience.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance; employment is contingent on a clear driving record check and maintaining personal transportation and continuous auto coverage.
- Sound clinical judgment and strong organizational and decision-making skills.
- Comfort working independently in members’ homes and managing a daily field schedule.
- Proficiency with electronic documentation systems accessed through secure virtual desktop environments.
- Ability to document accurately while managing multiple priorities and maintaining attention to detail.
- Proficiency with standard office tools and communication software.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with members and families.
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness when engaging diverse populations.
- Annual influenza vaccination during flu season (October 1–March 31), with new hires required to submit proof within 30 days; accommodation requests are evaluated under applicable law.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- At least one year of assessment experience.
- RAC-CT or similar certification.
- Experience with dual-eligible, Medicaid, or Medicare Managed Care populations.
Responsibilities
- Travel routinely to members’ homes and community settings and conduct required in-person Uniform Core, Functional, and Comprehensive Assessments of physical, cognitive, and functional status, respecting cultural and linguistic needs.
- Accurately document assessment findings in the health plan’s GuidingCare care management platform using established workflows and send prompt SOAP notes to the assigned Care Manager.
- Submit complete documentation within 48 hours of each assessment and meet health plan quality standards.
- Resolve audit or review findings within two business days.
- Follow field-safety guidelines during independent home visits and appropriately escalate clinical or safety concerns.
- Comply with state mandated reporter laws concerning abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
- Adhere to HIPAA privacy rules, NCQA standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Complete ongoing mandatory training required to maintain platform access.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Critical Illness coverage.
- Hospital Indemnity coverage.
- Short-Term Disability coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Flexible day shift options.
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who complete the interview process and accept an offer by November 30, upon successful hire and onboarding.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
