Staff Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)

About the role

Senior Helpers of Northern Queens is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Field Nurse (RN) to oversee the work of the LPN and Caregiver team on client assessments and while working with clients in the home. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently and have a pleasant and friendly personality. We provide a full range of superior home care services to culturally diverse clients—Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish and English speaking clients.

Responsibilities

• Complete necessary documentation for nursing assessments and planning evaluation pertaining to clients, sign off on nursing assessments completed by Staff LPN.
• Evaluate clients as necessary to ensure client needs are consistent with the care plan.
• Utilize professional assessment skills to identify physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of client and be able to develop a care plan to meet these needs in a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Coordinate with management on implementing and revising operational procedures related to quality client care.
• Function as a resource and mentor to peers and subordinates to maintain professional nursing standards.
• Act on client's behalf to assure patient rights.
• Be aware of home safety issues, strive to accomplish all responsibilities in a safe manner, and consistently reinforce good safety attitudes and practices displayed by other staff members.
• Respond promptly to any client complaints concerning a caregiver, document complaints, and review complaints with the Staff LPN and Director of Operations.
• Lead caregiver trainings onsite at Senior Helpers of Northern Queens office, as needed.
• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
• Report any significant client changes to the office immediately.
• Maintain current certifications, health requirements and eligible working status as defined by the Department of Health and the Department of Homeland Security at all times.
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook for Field Staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
• Must meet NY state requirements for RN services.
• Must have safe and reliable transportation to go to and from the client's location and/or facilities and have a vehicle available during assignments in order to assist clients with shopping needs if required.
• All Field Nurses will be required to submit or undergo a full annual physical with MMR (MEASLES/MUMPS/RUBELLA) and PPD/TB TEST (less than a year old) as required by the state.

Preferred qualifications

• At least two years of experience working in home health care.
• Valid and current state driver's license, registration and insurance.
• Available to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills and abilities

• A demonstrated ability to effectively interact with colleagues, clients and supervisors.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control.
• Good comprehension and communication skills, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through verbal and written communication.
• Must demonstrate enthusiasm, trustworthiness, personal integrity and honesty.
• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Ability to communicate with clients and to remain calm under stress.
• Demonstrated ability to operate safely in the workplace.
• Ability to work autonomously and understand when a superior needs to be involved in decision making.
• Good decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and implement the best solution to solve problems or challenges.
• Self-motivated, with a dedication to keeping up to date technically.

Physical demands

• Able to lift, move, and assist clients. If you feel you cannot safely lift the client, please notify the office immediately.
• Ability to safely assist client in and out of a vehicle and safely lift a wheelchair or walker weighing up to 50lbs into and out of a vehicle.
• Able to communicate with others to accurately exchange information.
• Able to operate office equipment such as a computer, phone, etc.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Able to perform tasks such as lifting, light housekeeping, walking and driving.

Benefits and perks

• Flexibility in choosing your desired hours & schedule
• Competitive wages
• Initial & ongoing simulated training in our Center of Excellence (hands-on & on-site)
• Continuing education/professional development assistance on relevant topics of interest
• Supportive team & environment & communication
• Meet & greet with clients
• Paid Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Perks, Discounts and Rewards
• Reimbursement for Mileage
• Flexible schedule
• Overtime Pay

Pay

$50.00 per hour; plus $100.00 referral bonus tied to number of clients and HHAs/Caregivers signed up for services.

Schedule

Full-time and Part-time Positions Available. Work Location: Remote, travel and work at client locations.