Rn/Lpn - Home Support Full Time

Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time, Home Support For over 35 years, North Hill, a not-for-profit senior living community located in Needham, Massachusetts, has provided vibrant living opportunities to people 65 by offering a host of hospitality, wellness and health care services. The Registered Nurse is Responsible for maintaining the delivery of quality patient care by assuring that the Patient Plan of Care is followed. The position combines the activities of direct and indirect patient care and provides direct care to adult and geriatric patients. The Registered Nurse directs Certified Home Health Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants in patient care tasks, performs patient assessments, develops patient care plans, evaluates the plan effectiveness, modifies it as appropriate and documents all patient care provided. Position SummaryThe Register Nurse (RN) – Home Support assumes responsibility for an assigned group of residents requesting nursing care interventions. The Registered Nurse – Home Support/Private Home Care completes daily caseload assignments in a timely manner including all documentation. This position functions in compliance with State and Federal Regulations, North Hill's policies, procedures, and standards. Job Specific DutiesReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Implements a plan to provide patients and family/caregivers with needed education to manage care needs, as requestedEvaluates resident progress towards goals of care and revises plan accordingly in consultation with SupervisorProcesses lab requests, including following orders for labs, completing requisitions as needed, tracking results, communicating and implementing follow-through with physicians and patients as neededResponds to Personal Emergency Response System calls and non- Personal Emergency Response System emergency and emergent calls, in conjunction with security. Triages competing calls in the event of multiple calls, requesting other nursing assistance as neededCommunicates concerns with immediate supervisor and works with the interdisciplinary team to meet resident needsAnticipates potential problems, implements interventions and communicates per documentation guidelinesMay complete Skilled Nursing visits for the certified home health agency as needed, including documenting the skilled nursing visit note in the electronic health record and all other documentation necessary to complete visit, following completion of required competency review. Follows all Emergency Management Plans and actively participates in fire and evacuation drillsMeets department uniform, appearance and grooming requirementsComplies with all OSHA safety regulations, local applicable laws regarding health, safety or environmentSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNone Required Skills and AbilitiesAbility to maintain confidentiality and strong customer support skillsComplies with protection of health information (HIPAA) safeguardsAbility to work independently with limited supervisionWork professionally with people from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgroundsMust possess the ability to deal tactfully with Team Members, Residents, family members, visitors, and the general publicWhen working in Resident areas, must be able to communicate effectively in EnglishAttends and participates in in-service educational classes, Healthcare Academy and staff meetings as directed Education and ExperienceBachelors of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse preferredProfessional license in good standing in the Commonwealth of MassachusettsAbility to read, write and understand English2 years' experience as a Registered Nurse, preferably in a home health care settingProficient with computer software programs Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workdayWhile performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. The Team Member frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and armsMust meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this communityMust be able capable of lifting up to 50 pounds Work EnvironmentWill be subject to frequent interruptionsMay be asked to work beyond normal working hours and to work in other areas temporarily, when necessaryMay be subject to call-backs during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster)This position requires regular weekend and holiday work Other Duties as RequiredPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.North Hill offers:Free mealsFree parkingFree on-site fitness centerState-of-the-art work environmentEmployee referral programHealth & Dental Benefits401(k) with company matchCareer Development TrainingTuition Reimbursement North Hill is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all team members and potential team members. North Hill does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/ or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations. North Hill embraces diversity and believes that our community is enriched when people from varied cultures, backgrounds and attitudes come together in shared interests. We welcome people of every race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, political view and familial status. We thrive collectively in an environment of inclusivity that encourages a free exchange of ideas. Salary: . Date posted: 01/09/2025

Location: Needham, MA, US

Posted Date: 1/10/2025