The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides, teaches, supervises and documents nursing care of the sick and injured at home.
The CHN intervenes to promote, maintain or restore health to prevent illness and to effect rehabilitation
The CHN collaborates with other healthcare providers, professionals and community representatives to coordinate care at home
The CHN evaluates the individual's and families' response to interventions.
Ability to function independently under general guidance of the Director and follows the guidelines and protocols and/or policies and protocols specific to each unit
Duties require independent action and judgment
Utilizes time management, communication, planning, delegating, and problem solving in providing care.
Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Must maintain emotional stability in emergency settings.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
One year acute nursing care required, hospital based preferred.
Experience in home health Required
Certified Home Health Required Including Proficieny with OASIS
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing.
Knowledge of and ability to apply community health principles and practice.
Demonstrated ability to perform independently as a clinician with minimal supervision or assistance.
Experience with self-scheduling of caseload preferred.
History of flexibility in assuming varied assignments.
BSN strongly preferred
Current Driver License (and insurance) Required
In order to effectively provide home care, they must have a working knowledge of home care reimbursement and regulatory guidelines.
Contact
Ann Dizon
ann@rnstaff.com
317 328 2866
Hourly Wage Estimation for RN Community Health in Pittsfield, MA
$69.96 to $101.35
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