Home Health Registered Nurse
Beverly, MA
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,809/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHome Health
Pay
Description
Job Title: Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)**
Job Summary:A Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled, patient-centered nursing care to patients in their homes, focusing on promoting health, managing chronic conditions, and assisting with recovery or palliative care. The RN works independently or as part of a home healthcare team to deliver high-quality care while coordinating with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical, emotional, and social needs, to develop individualized care plans.
- Administer prescribed medications, wound care, IV therapy, and other treatments as required.
- Educate patients and families on health conditions, medication management, self-care, and disease prevention strategies.
- Monitor patients for changes in health status, responding to acute issues such as infections, medication reactions, or chronic condition exacerbations.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, ensuring continuity and improved health outcomes.
- Provide wound care, dressing changes, catheter care, and other specialized nursing interventions.
- Assist patients with mobility, self-care, and activities of daily living (ADLs) when necessary.
- Promote infection control and safety in the home setting to prevent complications.
- Document patient care, progress, and outcomes accurately and thoroughly, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Advocate for patients by connecting them with community resources, support services, and medical professionals as needed.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families dealing with chronic illnesses, injuries, or end-of-life care.
- Educate caregivers and family members on how to care for patients, ensuring proper techniques and safety practices.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
- Licensure:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Certification:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Home Health Nurse Certification (HHNC) preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience in home health care
Employer
Wellspring Nurse Source
24 nurses recommend working with Wellspring Nurse Source
Pros
It was a pleasure working with Jolea Little. She responded very quickly to any questions I had. She is very professional; immediately submit any position I chose. She is a wonderful professional recruiter with a great sense of humor. I would be happy to work with Jolea Little in the future. Sincerely Galina Volkova CST
Cons
None
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About Beverly, MA
As a Travel Home Health Nurse in Beverly, MA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, particularly housing costs.
- Wages generally match the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80°F and winter lows of 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some searching.
- Options include furnished apartments and rental homes.
- Car friendliness with easy access to major highways.
- Limited public transportation, but nearby commuter rail to Boston.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- Beverly has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, music venues, and community sports leagues.
- Outdoor activities include beaches, parks, and hiking trails.
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