Home Health RN Case Manager

Job Title: Home Health RN Case Manager

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Newton, MA and surrounding areas
Reports To: Home Health Clinical Manager

Salary Range: Starting at $50/hr

Home is Where the Heart Is!
At West River Care, we've been a family-run organization for generations, and our mission has always been simple: to care for people where they feel most at home. Whether you're looking for help to live independently, manage your health, receive home care services, or find support during life's most challenging times, we're here for you every step of the way.

Job Summary:

The Home Health RN is responsible for delivering skilled nursing care to patients in their homes under the direction of a physician and in compliance with agency policies. The RN coordinates care, evaluates patient conditions, and educates patients and families about disease management and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform initial and ongoing nursing assessments of patient's physical, emotional, and environmental needs
• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, caregiver, and physician
• Deliver direct nursing care, including wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, catheter care, injections, etc.
• Monitor and document patient vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatments
• Educate patients and families on disease process, medication regimen, and self-care techniques
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team, case managers, and physicians
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the EMR in compliance with Medicare, state, and agency guidelines
• Participate in case conferences, in-service training, and quality assurance activities
• Maintain infection control and safety standards in the home setting
• May supervise or delegate tasks to LPNs, home health aides, or other support staff

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in the state Massachusetts
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience (home health preferred)
• Familiarity with OASIS documentation (strongly preferred)
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
• Strong clinical judgment, time management, and independent decision-making skills
• EMR proficiency (e.g., Matrix Care, Homecare Homebase, or similar)

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with chronic illness management (e.g., CHF, COPD, diabetes)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Frequent driving between patient homes
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, assist patients in mobility, and perform CPR if needed
• Exposure to various home environments and occasional pets, smoke, or allergens