Home Health Registered Nurse

Position OverviewSeeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality home health care services throughout the greater Needham service area. The RN will be responsible for comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, clinical oversight, and coordination of services to ensure patients receive exceptional care in their homes. This role requires strong clinical judgment, independent decision-making, and excellent documentation skills.Schedule & Work DetailsCoverage area includes Arlington, Belmont, Lexington, Lincoln, Waltham, Watertown, Wayland, Weston, and Winchester, MA. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Hours Guaranteed: 32 hours per week. On-Call Requirement: Yes. Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends, approximately every 5 weeks. Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, between patient visits. Pay Rate: $51.00 - $53.00 per hour. Dress Code: Business casual (no jeans); scrub color is not specified.Key ResponsibilitiesInitiate, develop, implement, and revise individualized patient care plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS assessments and medication reconciliation.Deliver skilled nursing services in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements.Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.Supervise and provide direction to Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses in accordance with state and federal regulations.Perform required supervisory visits and provide ongoing clinical guidance to support staff.Monitor patient progress, identify changes in condition, and communicate updates to the care team as appropriate.Complete accurate, detailed, and timely clinical documentation in compliance with agency and payer requirements.Ensure all visit documentation is synchronized and submitted according to agency policy.Educate patients and caregivers regarding disease management, treatment plans, medications, and safety measures.Required QualificationsActive and unrestricted Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) License.Current ability to practice within the scope of Massachusetts RN licensure.Experience performing skilled nursing assessments and care planning.Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and effectively manage a home-based patient caseload.Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the assigned coverage area.Preferred QualificationsHome health experience.Experience completing OASIS assessments and documentation.Experience caring for post-acute patients in skilled nursing facilities, nursing homes, assisted living settings, or home health environments.Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.Quick learner with the ability to onboard and become productive rapidly.Strong communication and care coordination skills.Why Join CareTenders?Competitive pay of $51.00 - $53.00 per hourGuaranteed weekly hoursMileage reimbursement between patient visitsOpportunity to provide meaningful, one-on-one patient care in the home settingCollaborative and supportive healthcare team environmentPride Health offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Employment Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances. Accommodations We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.