Nursing Jobs in Essex, MA
$84,300.22 - $107,481.20 / year
Utilizing the nursing process, the Home Health Registered Nurse will manage and deliver comprehensive home health services, including assessments, interventions, and supportive care to clients within their place of residence. Depending on the circumstances, duties may also include telephone triage, problem solving, patient/caregiver advocacy and support, with emphasis of avoiding hospitalization. As a key member of the health care team, this position must interact courteously and effectively with patients and their families as well as with coworkers from all Agency departments, community resources, and with patients' physicians in order to facilitate safe and efficient patient care while maintaining their own safety in the home and the community at large. Location: We’re looking for compassionate, reliable caregivers across multiple service territories in New Hampshire, including Merrimack Country, Hillsborough County and Rockingham County Hours: Full-Time, Days, 40 Hours Minimum Qualifications: 1. Massachusetts/New Hampshire RN Licensure. 2. Valid state issued Driver’s License. 3. One (1) year of acute medical/surgical nursing experience. 4. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. Essential Functions: Assesses patients' physical, psychosocial needs in a sensitive, caring manner following established Standards of Nursing Practice and VNA procedures. Assesses patient/family learning needs, style and limitations and adjusts for delivery of information. Establishes realistic goals and develops plans of treatment in cooperation with the patient, family and members of the health care team. Adapts to new and unusual situations without affecting work performance negatively. Utilizes Security when and if needed for any potential unsafe situations. Collaborates with patient /family and other health care providers and/or community resources with planning of care and discharge. Completes physicians' orders, levels of care, and OASIS on all patients assigned, in accordance with patient care policies. Reconciles medications with patient and physician consistently. Demonstrates ability to cope with patient/family emotional stress and provide appropriate supportive care. Effectively manages assigned caseload, within the team model of care delivery. Establishes a daily work plan based upon patient/family priorities of service and total area needs. Promptly triages patient visits, messages, and phone calls according to priority and urgency. Demonstrates excellent physical assessment and care planning skills. Demonstrates current knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration and reconciliation. Demonstrates ability to cope with patient/family emotional stress and provide appropriate supportive care. Effectively manages assigned caseload, within the team model of care delivery. Establishes a daily work plan based upon patient/family priorities of service and total area needs. Promptly triages patient visits, messages, and phone calls according to priority and urgency. Coordinates care and discharge planning with other team members during case conferences. Acquires and maintains an expert working knowledge of all third part payers and regulatory bodies and agency policies on issues related to documentation and care provided. Communicates and collaborates with all disciplines in the home care setting on a regular basis or immediately if there are any critical needs or crisis interventions needed. What We Offer: Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one! 403(b) retirement with company match Tuition reimbursement Fleet Car Program About Care at Home: Tufts Medicine Care at Home is a proud member of Tufts Medicine, a health system that is rethinking how academic and community centers, local and national businesses, and technology and service innovators can all work together. So that clinicians can deliver expert care where it’s needed most and so that we can bring wellness back to health care, one person at a time. About Tufts Medicine A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being. Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range : $84,300.22 - $107,481.20 
$90,000 - $120,000 / year
Job Summary: The Clinical Care Manager-Massachusetts is a community based registered nurse responsible for providing monitoring, follow-up and clinical care management to dually-eligible enrollees with complex medical, behavioral and social care needs. This position focuses on integrating health services and community resources to coordinate enrollee care for improve health outcomes and enhanced quality of life. Essential Functions: Engage with the enrollee in their homes and other community settings to establish an effective, complex care management relationship, while considering the cultural and linguistic needs of each member. Function as a liaison between healthcare providers, community resources, and enrollees to ensure seamless communication and care transitions. Perform required assessments on a timely basis, including but not limited to Comprehensive Assessment, MDS-HC (or successor) Functional Assessments, and Crisis and Risk Assessments Engage enrollees in care plan development and implementation, providing routine updates as the enrollee’s status changes Lead the interdisciplinary care team (ICT) and collaborate with peers both internal and external to the organization, to create holistic care plans that address medical and non-medical needs. Oversee enrollee utilization of long-term services and supports, ensuring appropriate systems are in place for enrollees to remain in the location of their choice Assist members in accessing community resources, including housing, transportation, food assistance, and social services. Educate members about their benefits and available services under both Medicare and Medicaid. Provide education to members and their families about managing chronic conditions, medication adherence, and preventive care. Promote healthy lifestyle choices and self-management strategies. Assist enrollees in preventative health strategies, including gap closure Follow up with members after hospitalizations or significant health events to ensure continuity of care and prevent readmissions. Work closely with primary care physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and share relevant information. Coordinate with community-based organizations, other stakeholders/entities, state agencies, and other service providers to ensure coordination and avoid duplication of services. Advocate for the needs and preferences of enrollees within the healthcare system. Evaluate member satisfaction through open communication and monitoring of concerns or issues. Regular travel to conduct member, provider and community-based visits as required Report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of older adults and adults with disabilities as a mandated reporter as required by State law. Adherence to NCQA and Care Management standards Performs any other job related duties as requested. Education and Experience: Associates of Science (A.S) degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program required or Master's degree in social work or mental health counseling and independent license required Three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse/BH Clinician or One (1) year as a Registered Nurse/BH Clinician with two (2) years of experience working with people with complex medical, behavioral and social needs as an LPN, CHW, MA required Prior experience in care coordination, case management, or working with dual-eligible populations preferred Medicaid and/or Medicare managed care experience preferred Competencies, Knowledge and Skills: Intermediate proficiency level with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel. Understanding of Medicare and Medicaid programs, as well community resources and services available to dual-eligible beneficiaries. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with members, families, and healthcare providers Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities while maintaining attention to detail. Adhere to code of ethics that aligns with professional practice. Awareness of and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds and needs of the populations served Decision making and problem-solving skills. Ability to function independently and effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team Strong and effective communication skills, both written and verbal Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills Strong customer service skills Licensure and Certification: Current unrestricted clinical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LISCW), or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) required Case Management Certification is highly preferred Must have valid driver's license, vehicle and verifiable insurance. Employment in this position is conditional pending successful clearance of a driver’s license record check. If the driver’s license record results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if employee has started employment in position, employment in this position will be terminated To help protect our employees, members, and the communities we serve from acquiring communicable diseases, Influenza vaccination is a requirement of this position. CareSource requires annual proof of Influenza vaccination for designated positions during Influenza season (October 1 – March 31) as a condition of continued employment. Employees hired during Influenza season will have thirty (30) days from their hire date to complete the required vaccination and have record of immunization verified. CareSource adheres to all federal, state, and local regulations. CareSource provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or medical conditions, sincerely held religious beliefs, or as required by state law to enable the employee to perform the essential functions of the position. Request for accommodations will be completed through an interactive review process. Working Conditions: This is a mobile position, meaning that regular travel to different work locations, including homes, offices or other public settings, is essential. Will be exposed to weather conditions typical of the location and may be required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time. Must reside in the same territory they are assigned to work in; exceptions may be considered, due to business need May be required to travel greater than 50% of time to perform work duties. Required to use general office equipment, such as a telephone, photocopier, fax machine, and computer Flexible hours, including possible evenings and/or weekends as needed to serve the needs of our members Must live within commutable distance to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Over 50% (Mobile) Routine travel required Compensation Range: $90,000 - $120,000 CareSource takes into consideration a combination of a candidate’s education, training, and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required for the role, and other external and internal data when establishing a salary level. In addition to base compensation, you may qualify for a bonus tied to company and individual performance. We are highly invested in every employee’s total well-being and offer a substantial and comprehensive total rewards package. Compensation Type (hourly/salary): Salary Organization Level Competencies Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture Cultivate Partnerships Develop Self and Others Drive Execution Influence Others Pursue Personal Excellence Understand the Business This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of belonging that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds. $88,000 - $115,000 / year
At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: Sign On Bonus Available! Up to $10,000! Full Time - Flex 4 day work week available! At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Registered Nurse Home Health . Being a part of something this great, starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care, we need a Registered Nurse Home Health with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! This is a full-time position with a client caseload in Boston MA, Brighton MA, Brookline MA, and surrounding areas. Why Join the Elara Caring mission? Work autonomy and flexible schedules. 1:1 patient care. Supportive and collaborative environment. Competitive compensation package Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees. Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits. 401(K) with employer match. Paid time off, paid holidays, family & pet bereavement, pet insurance. As a Registered Nurse Home Health, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: Ensures that all activities performed align with the vision of Elara Caring’s board of directors, executive team, and the leadership of the Home Health team. Maintains patient and staff privacy and confidentiality pursuant to HIPAA Privacy Final Rule. Assesses assigned case load of home health care patients and families to identify the physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, Interdisciplinary Team reports, after hours reports, and on-site evaluations. Assumes primary responsibility for caseload, including assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the plan of treatment. Assesses patient needs and obtains data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may influence patient/family/caregiver health status and incorporate that data into the plan of care. Makes the initial evaluation and re-evaluates the patient’s nursing needs during each visit. Makes follow up visits according to patient, family, and facility needs. Communicates significant findings, problems, and changes in health condition, environment, or unsafe facility conditions to the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility, and/or other personnel involved with patient care. Revises the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues and notifies the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility, and other team members. What is Required? Current, unrestricted state RN license. 1+ year experience in a clinical care setting as a nurse. Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred. Previous Home Health or Hospice Experience is preferred. Previous experience with HomeCare HomeBase is preferred. Able and willing to travel within the branch/office coverage area. Must be able and willing to travel 50%. Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently and be able to lift 50-100 lbs. Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks. You will report to the Clinical Manager or Clinical Supervisor This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; a full job description will be provided upon request. #LI-TR1 The base salary for this position is $88,000 to $115,000 annually based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits. EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed. Overview Associate or bachelors degree in nursing. One year of clinical RN experience in home health or hospice. One year of RN management experience. Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work. Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills , and experience. 
