Start of Care Nurse (RN), Full Time, Home Care, Bronx

Minimum one year of recent clinical nursing experience in home care, medical-surgical, acute care, or related setting required. Valid driver’s license or government-issued photo ID required based on operational needs preferred.

Overview:

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 We Provide 

• Attractive sign-on bonus and referral bonus opportunities 
• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 31 days and 9 paid company holidays 
• No employee contribution cost or annual deductible for health insurance including Medical, Dental, and Vision for you and your loved ones w (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life and Disability Insurance 
• Training: 4-weeks paid clinical orientation, preceptorship, and ongoing skills labs 
• Tuition reimbursement following 6 months and CEU credits 
• Employer-matched retirement savings program  
• Personal and financial wellness programs   
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care    
• Opportunities to contribute to clinical research and other organizational projects  

 

What You Will Do 

• Practice independently in the community as part of an interdisciplinary care team. 
• Deliver personalized nursing and care management to patients in their home or care facilities. 
• Constantly evaluate evolving patient needs and respond with plan of care adjustments.   

Qualifications:

Licenses and Certifications:
BLS certification preferred

Current New York State Registered Nurse license and registration required 

Education:
Associate's Degree in Nursing required

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program preferred

Work Experience:
Minimum one year of recent clinical nursing experience in home care, medical-surgical, acute care, or related setting required

Experience completing OASIS assessments and Start of Care visits preferred

Demonstrated knowledge of home care regulations and reimbursement practices preferred

Strong computer and electronic medical record (EMR) skills required

Valid driver’s license or government-issued photo ID required based on operational needs preferred 

Pay Range: USD $118,942.00 - USD $152,717.00 /Yr.