Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Full Time Days, 40-Hours, Homecare
Job Summary
The Homecare Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing services to individuals, families, and groups in the home setting, delivering independent, patient-centered care with strong clinical autonomy in a community-based environment. This role coordinates the Plan of Care and applies all components of the nursing process under the Clinical Supervisor while ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes in the home setting.
Registered Nurse (RN) Job Responsibilities
- Provides skilled nursing care to patients in their homes (including admission/discharge) on a family centered basis while recording/maintaining complete patient record on Portable Electronic Device and/or paper record.
- Teaches, demonstrates, supervises and evaluates care given by peers, HHAs, family members and significant others.
- According to age and developmental level of the patient, systematically assesses the patient's physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, spiritual and discharge needs.
- Develops and implements a plan of care for each patient.
- Utilizes effective oral and written communication skills to include completeness and accuracy of documentation.
- Evaluates the plan of care and reformulates the goals as necessary.
- Demonstrates accurate technical skill and operational knowledge of patient care equipment and procedure, including venipuncture to administer IV medication, TPN, lipids, etc.
- Recognizes unsafe and life-threatening situations and intervenes appropriately.
Registered Nurse (RN) Education And Experience 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
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
- Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
- Shift Differentials – Evening, night, weekend (where applicable)
- Career Pathways – Clinical ladder, internal growth, leadership development, mentorship
About Day Kimball Health
For nearly 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. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.
Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.