Registered Nurse, 32 hours, Days, Homecare

Hours: 32 per week

Schedule

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., with every third weekend required.

Pay

Shift differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts where applicable. Pay-for-performance opportunities available.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
• Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off – Including vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Educational/Loan Reimbursement
• Career Pathways – Opportunities for clinical ladder advancement, internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
• Employee Perks – Weekly Pay, Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events

About the role

As the Homecare Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide comprehensive nursing services to individuals, families, and groups. You will be responsible for the overall coordination of the Plan of Care and proficient in all components of the nursing process. You will report directly to the Clinical Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes (including admission/discharge) on a family-centered basis while recording/maintaining complete patient records on a Portable Electronic Device and/or paper record.
• Teaches, demonstrates, supervises, and evaluates care given by peers, HHAs, family members, and significant others.
• Systematically assesses the patient's physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, spiritual, and discharge needs according to age and developmental level.
• Develops and implements a plan of care for each patient.
• Utilizes effective oral and written communication skills to ensure completeness and accuracy of documentation.
• Evaluates the plan of care and reformulates goals as necessary.
• Demonstrates accurate technical skill and operational knowledge of patient care equipment and procedures, including venipuncture to administer IV medication, TPN, lipids, etc.
• Recognizes unsafe and life-threatening situations and intervenes appropriately.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required.
• Two years of recent medical/acute care or critical care experience as a registered nurse, or an equivalent level of experience preferred.
• Achieve Home Health Care specific competencies within the time frame determined by the department.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License and proof of current insurance coverage required.

About the organization

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference in community-driven healthcare.