TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Home Health RN in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 01201!
Job Title: Community Health Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty: Community Health
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 8 hours
Experience: One year of acute nursing care required; home health experience required; hospital-based experience preferred.
License: Massachusetts RN license required.
Certifications: Active American Heart Association BLS certification required.
Must-Have:
- Massachusetts Temporary Nursing Service Agency License (Nursing Pool) required.
- Ability to pass a fit test (N95 Mask) required.
- Current Driver License and insurance required.
- Proven history of dependability in meeting work schedule commitments.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to supervise others.
- Experience with self-scheduling of caseload preferred.
- Willingness to accept on-call responsibilities.
Description:
The Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides nursing care for the sick and injured in their homes.
The CHN teaches, supervises, and documents care effectively.
The CHN collaborates with other healthcare providers to coordinate care at home.
The CHN evaluates individuals' and families' responses to interventions.
The CHN functions independently under guidance, adhering to policies and protocols.
The role requires independent action and judgment.
Effective time management, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills are critical.
The CHN must maintain emotional stability in emergency settings.
Confidentiality in all patient information must be maintained.
Flexibility regarding work hours is essential.
The ability to drive in inclement weather is necessary.
Requests for time off must be submitted in advance and verified.
Travelers must have their own vehicle.
All scheduling requests must be made at the time of submission.
Experience and knowledge of home care reimbursement and regulatory guidelines are important.
Demonstrated ability to provide care independently is required.
Applicants must include their permanent address and all requested information in their profiles.