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 conduct in-person health assessments for a managed care health plan’s dually eligible members. The role focuses on completing timely, accurate assessments and documenting findings for handoff to the health plan’s care management team. It does not involve care plan development or ongoing case management. The position is mobile and field-based, with 70% or more travel in the assigned Massachusetts area. Nurses work independently, follow field-safety and mandated reporting requirements, and comply with HIPAA, NCQA, and other applicable regulatory standards. Primary hours are daytime appointment slots based on member availability, with optional evening or weekend scheduling depending on shift selection. The posting welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants, though active onboarding is currently focused on full-time positions.
Requirements
- Active Massachusetts RN license in good standing, or a higher license such as NP.
- Accredited Associate Degree in Nursing.
- At least 1 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.
- Ability to work independently in members’ homes and manage a daily field schedule.
- Proficiency with electronic documentation systems through secure virtual desktop environments.
- Ability to document accurately, manage multiple priorities, and maintain 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); new hires must submit proof within 30 days, subject to reasonable accommodation requests.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- At least 1 year of assessment experience.
- RAC-CT or similar certification.
- Experience with dual-eligible, Medicaid, or Medicare Managed Care populations.
Responsibilities
- Travel to members’ homes or community settings to conduct in-person Uniform Core, Functional, and Comprehensive Assessments of physical, cognitive, and functional status, while 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 resolve audit or review findings within two business days.
- Follow field-safety guidelines during independent home visits, escalate clinical or safety concerns appropriately, and comply with state mandated reporter laws regarding abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
- Comply with HIPAA privacy rules, NCQA standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and ongoing mandatory training requirements.
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 (PTO).
- Paid holidays.
- Flexible day shift options.
- No required weekend work.
- $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
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
