Registered Nurse, In-Home Health Assessments

Activate Care•New Ashford, MA

5d•$69,420 - $104,000•Onsite

About The Position

Activate Care is hiring a community-focused Registered Nurse to travel to members’ homes and community settings across Massachusetts to complete in-person health assessments for a managed care health plan’s dually eligible members. The role focuses on timely, accurate assessments and documentation, followed by handoff to the health plan’s care management team. It does not involve developing care plans or providing ongoing case management. The position is field-based and requires travel to members’ homes and community settings across an assigned Massachusetts area. Nurses complete physical, cognitive, and functional assessments, document results in the health plan’s care management platform, and communicate findings to assigned Care Managers. The role also requires compliance with field-safety practices, mandated reporting laws, HIPAA, NCQA standards, and other applicable requirements. The posting welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants, although active onboarding is currently focused on full-time positions. Primary work hours are daytime slots based on member availability, with optional evening or weekend scheduling depending on shift selection. The posting also advertises a $2,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who complete the interview process and accept an offer by November 30, contingent on successful hire and onboarding.

Requirements

Active Massachusetts RN license in good standing, or a higher license such as NP.
Accredited Associate Degree in Nursing.
Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance.
At least 1 year of home health clinical experience.
Sound clinical judgment, organizational skills, and decision-making skills.
Comfort working independently in members’ homes and managing 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.
Ability to meet the role’s travel requirements of 70% or more across the assigned Massachusetts area.
Clear driving record check and maintenance of personal transportation and continuous auto coverage.
Annual influenza vaccination during flu season (October 1–March 31), with proof submitted within 30 days of hire; reasonable accommodation requests are evaluated under applicable law.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
At least 1 year of assessment experience; RAC-CT or similar certification is a plus.
Experience with dual-eligible, Medicaid, or Medicare Managed Care populations.

Responsibilities

Travel routinely to members’ homes and community settings to conduct required in-person assessments, including Uniform Core, Functional, and Comprehensive Assessments.
Evaluate members’ physical, cognitive, and functional status while respecting cultural and linguistic needs.
Document assessment findings accurately in GuidingCare according to 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.
Follow HIPAA privacy rules, NCQA standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and ongoing mandatory training requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
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 eligible candidates who complete the interview process and accept an offer by November 30, upon successful hire and onboarding.