What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse, Homecare, Westchester position at VNS Health?
VNS Health Home Care RNs redefine the standard of patient-centered care for New Yorkers while keeping them out of the crowded hospital system so they can heal and age where they are most comfortable- in their homes and community. Our nurses provide the Future of Care by meeting patients where they are. We design and deliver individualized care plans and exceptional clinical outcomes to our neighbors most in need. Be part of our 130-year history and innovative Future of Care built by visiting nurses like you.
Responsibilities
What You Will Do
- Deliver personalized nursing and care management by constantly evaluating the evolving patient needs and adjusting the plan of care.
- Initiate quality-driven care coordination by communicating within the VNS Health interdisciplinary team and across providers and other resources to deliver the plan of care effectively and efficiently.
- Practice independently in the community, traveling to patients’ homes or care facilities, using effective time management and agility to manage weekly caseload and other duties.
- Think critically to proactively organize, plan, and obtain supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
- Complete individualized comprehensive assessments and related documentation, including but not limited to social determinants of health, OASIS assessments, wound care, and reporting vital sign changes.
- Use technology, including a tablet computer, phone, and other systems to coordinate and maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMRs) for patients in the community.
- Provide empowering education and support to patients and their families to help them understand and navigate complex medical conditions.
What We Provide
- Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities
- Generous paid time off, starting at 31 days and 9 paid company holidays
- Health insurance for you and your loved ones with no annual deductible or contribution cost (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance
- Employer-matched retirement savings program
- Personal and financial wellness programs
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
- Comprehensive training including 4-week paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills development
- Internal mobility, generous tuition reimbursement, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities
- Opportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects
- Industry leading technology to help you make informed decisions and deliver quality care
Qualifications
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State
- Minimum of one year nursing experience in a medical/surgical environment.
- Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card may be required
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to walk up and down steps to access patient residences and transport required supplies weighing approximately 25 – 30 lbs.
Pay Range per Visit
- If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $69.34- $110.00 per visit.
About the Company:
VNS Health