Community Health Nurse , Queens (Per Diem)

VNS Health Community Health RN's serve as a member of an interdisciplinary care team within a NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) or senior living community, coordinating a broad range of health and social services to support older adults in aging safely in place.

NORCs achieve this by facilitating and integrating existing community-based health and social services, while identifying and organizing additional supports needed to help residents remain independent and engaged in their homes and communities.

What We Provide  

• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays    
• Personal and financial wellness programs      
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement    
• Internal mobility and advancement opportunities    

What You Will Do:

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate health and wellness activities.
• Conducts client assessments to determine health needs, including taking vital signs as needed.
• Accurately documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in clients’ medical records.
• Provides emergency care until EMS arrives and liaises with EMS personnel during medical emergencies.
• Develops and implement individualized nursing care plans.
• Health Promotion: Educates clients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
• Assists in preparing statistical reports for funding sources (e.g., number of health assessments and referrals to primary care or specialists).
• Care Coordination and Advocacy: Facilitates referrals and linkages to appropriate healthcare services based on client needs.

Licenses and Certifications:

• License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York required
• CPR/BLS Certification required

Education:

• Associate’s degree in nursing from an approved program required
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred

Work Experience:

• Minimum of two years’ clinical home care experience