RN Home Care

NeighborHealth • Winthrop, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center, is one of the largest community health centers in the country, serving the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of its patients and communities. Every role at NeighborHealth is vital in advancing medicine and delivering the best care experience for patients and the community. This position is within the PACE Community Care department and is located at 26 Sturgis Street - PACE Winthrop.

Requirements

• Completion of Accredited Nursing Program.
• Licensure in Massachusetts as an RN.
• BCLS certification per department policy.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• 1 year relevant nursing experience in a community health and/or ambulatory care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess a patient through obtaining patient history and performing appropriate tests and observations.
• Communicate with the patient’s provider and educate the patient on test results, new care plans and/or other relevant health care information including the use of newly prescribed medications and/or changes in the current medication regime.
• Demonstrates sound clinical judgment/decision making when triaging sick patients, both on the phone and in the waiting room.
• Safely and effectively administers medications, tests and treatments as ordered.
• Teaches patients and families health care regimens. Explains and provides information regarding disease and wellness, tests, results, medications, diet, exercise, and other aspects of the plan of care to patients.
• Holds ultimate responsibility for direct and indirect nursing care, including providing nursing care, health maintenance, teaching, counseling, planning and restoration for optimal functioning and comfort.
• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the department’s immediate needs and long term growth goals.
• Shows initiative, uses critical thinking to problem solve independently, exhibits leadership qualities, and effectively engages with the clinical team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree