Home Care RN - Designated Area of Albany County - Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association

Employment Type : Full time Shift : Day Shift Description :

• Offering flexible schedule options
• Five 7.5 hour shifts
• Four 10 hour shifts
• Three 12 hour shifts If you are looking for a RN position in home care, to meet your schedule as full time, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. Eddy VNRA is a non-profit home health agency with over 100 years experience meeting the needs of patients and families in the community. We are CHAP Accredited, and are fortunate to have above industry average outcomes and patient satisfaction. Eddy VNRA is the largest home health agency in the greater Capital Region, and offers a wide range of innovative, specialty programs such as telehomecare, WOCNs, CDE, home based enhanced / palliative care and more. Position Highlights :
• Top Quality Care : Eddy VNRA in ranked for the eighth year within HomeCare Elite's list of top 25% home care agencies and reached top 500 four of those years!
• Commitment to safety : Through Trinity Health's distribution network, the team has never ran out of PPE and has increased their safety training in the face of COVID
• Future of health care : Keep patients in their homes and out of the hospital setting
• Growing team : Home care is a growing specialty as more and more patients are looking to have their care done at home
• Quality of Life : Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement : Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Work / Life : Independent working environment, but leadership is just a call away
• Flexible schedule : Shifts have some flexibility, but ideally looking for 8am-4pm M-F with minimal weekend commitment
• Supportive environment : Access to clinical nurse specialists, in-depth computer training, assistance obtaining insurance authorizations and RN supervisors who are only a phone call away
• Close to home : Once orientated start and end your day at home and staying close to the community What you will do :
• Coordinate an interdisciplinary plan of care with physical / occupational / speech therapists, medical social workers, aides and dieticians.
• Responsibilities :
• Obtain health histories and document health concerns of patients
• Serve as a liaison to needed services and follow up on problems or concerns presented by the resident
• Suggest appropriate community resources to meet specific needs and enhance the client's well-being
• Educate patients / caregivers about their diagnoses, medications and help them become independent with their treatments and self-management of their chronic illness(es) What you will need : Required :
• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of New York
• 2 years or more of recent experience as a RN ideally in home care, ED, ICU or oncology
• Valid driver license and reliable vehicle Preferred :
• 2 years or more of experience in a home care setting
• Bachelor's degree of nursing
• Registered Nurses at Eddy VNRA must possess a passion for caring for patients and demonstrate a respectful, caring, professional demeanor
• The RN must have excellent time management and organizational skills
• The RN must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and written and possess strong critical thinking skills to problem solve Pay Range : $36.50 - $49.95 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
• Our Commitment
• Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.