Position Overview
The Home Care Field Nurse at United Health Services (UHS) Home Care delivers skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, helping them safely manage health needs and maintain independence. This role assesses patient needs, develops and coordinates individualized care plans, provides education and support to patients and caregivers, and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care. Through clinical expertise, thoughtful care coordination, and timely documentation, the Home Care Registered Nurse supports positive patient outcomes and high-quality home care services.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
Skilled Nursing, UHS Home Care
Work Shift and Schedule:
This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.
Compensation Range:
$33.57 - $51.39 per hour, depending on experience
This position is not eligible for benefits.
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Job Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Conduct comprehensive initial and ongoing patient assessments in the home to determine eligibility, clinical needs, and appropriateness for home care services
Develop, implement, and update individualized plans of care in accordance with physician orders, agency policies, and accepted nursing practice
Provide skilled nursing care and deliver patient and caregiver education to promote safety, independence, and positive health outcomes in the home setting
Coordinate patient care with physicians, case managers, home health aides, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care
Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation to support patient care, communication, and regulatory requirements
Provide on-call coverage for after hours, weekends, and holidays, to ensure timely response to patient concerns and operational needs
Conduct regular travel as required to fulfill job responsibilities, including driving as an essential function of the role
Scope and Impact:
Contribute directly to patient outcomes through clinical judgment, care coordination, and effective implementation of the plan of care
Exercise professional nursing judgment within defined clinical guidelines, escalating changes in patient condition to appropriate providers and leaders
Work under general supervision with accountability for assigned patients, visit outcomes, and quality of care delivered in the home environment
Compliance and Professional:
Complete all required documentation accurately and timely in compliance with agency standards and regulatory requirements
Maintain a valid driver license and, when operating a personal vehicle for business purposes, current vehicle registration and automobile insurance
For Registered Nurses subject to New York State’s BSN in 10 Law, obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher degree in nursing within 10 years of initial licensure in accordance with New York State requirements
Adhere to HIPAA regulations and organizational policies governing confidentiality and security of patient and employee information
Participate in mandatory education, in‑service training, and quality improvement activities to maintain clinical competency
Participate in quality improvement activities and corporate compliance initiatives as required by the organization
Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations
As applicable to your role, support cybersecurity and data protection requirements throughout the supplier lifecycle by coordinating vendor risk assessments, monitoring third-party compliance, and promptly reporting identified supply chain or cybersecurity risks
Additional Expectations:
Support a positive learning environment by assisting with onboarding, mentoring, and education of new employees and students
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