Benefits:
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Competitive salary
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Employee discounts
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Flexible schedule
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Free food & snacks
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Free uniforms
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Training & development
Position Summary:
Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Care Initial Assessments / Nurse Visits/ Field RN
BrightStarCare of Acton/Andover & Lowell (Main office: Tewksbury) is
seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced
Registered Nurse (RN)
to join our
Home Health Care
team. The RN will be responsible for conducting in-home patient assessments, performing skilled nursing visits, and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care delivered in the comfort of our clients' homes.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform comprehensive patient assessments in the home environment, including physical, psychosocial, and environmental assessments.
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Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs, physician orders, and best practices.
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Provide direct nursing care, including wound care, medication administration, catheter care, injections, and other skilled nursing tasks.
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Monitor patient condition and progress; communicate any changes to the physician and care team.
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Educate patients and caregivers on disease process, medications, self-care techniques, and health maintenance.
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Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and communications in the electronic medical record (EMR) system in a timely manner.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers.
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Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and agency policies.
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Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and ongoing training as required.
Qualifications:
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Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in MA
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Minimum 6 months to 1 year of nursing experience, preferably in home health, community health, or acute care settings with assessments.
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CPR certification (BLS) required
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Strong clinical and assessment skills
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Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
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Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
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Ability to work independently and travel to patient homes
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Experience with EMR systems preferred
Join Our Team: BrightStarCare of Acton/Andover & Lowell (Main office: Tewksbury)
Call main office : 978-364-7740
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality care and making a difference in the lives of patients in their homes, we’d love to hear from you!