Home Care Field Registered Nurse– Fulton County, NY

At Home Care Partners Johnstown, NY 12095, US

$85,000 / year

Home Care Field Registered Nurse (RN) – Fulton County, NY | $85K

At Home Care Partners is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our field-based clinical team serving clients throughout Fulton County, New York.

This full-time position offers an opportunity to step outside the traditional facility environment and provide individualized nursing support directly in patients' homes and community settings. The Field RN works closely with clients, families, caregivers, and aides to promote safe, consistent, and high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

Complete in-home nursing assessments throughout Fulton County
Conduct head-to-toe assessments and medication and diagnosis reviews
Perform aide supervisions and provide clinical guidance
Develop, review, and update Plans of Care (POC)
Orient aides to client-specific Plans of Care
Monitor and report changes in client condition
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, aides, and office staff
Maintain compliance with applicable healthcare regulations

Requirements

Current New York State RN license
Ability to travel throughout Fulton County
Medical Professional Liability insurance
Strong assessment, documentation, and communication skills
Comfortable using Gmail and Microsoft Word/Excel
Ability to work independently
Must meet all company hiring and onboarding requirements

Preferred: Home care, community health, or outpatient nursing experience; Medicaid, Medicare, or MLTC knowledge; Plan of Care experience; bilingual Spanish/English.

Salary: $85,000 per year

Benefits: Weekly direct deposit, health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), transit benefits and dependent care accounts, Verizon Wireless and mobile internet discounts, company vehicle and parking access where applicable, supportive team culture, and advancement opportunities.

Apply today to join At Home Care Partners and bring quality nursing care directly to clients throughout Fulton County.

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