Role Overview
The Community Health Nurse plays a vital role in the Home Care Team, ensuring quality patient care in accordance with doctors' orders and the plan of care. Serving the Chinese-speaking community, this position involves conducting various in-home assessments and visits on behalf of an MLTC plan and the LHCSA, while working closely with patients, caregivers, and the care management team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Start of Care, reassessment, post-hospitalization, and UAS visits within required timeframes.
• Perform clinical and environmental assessments, documenting findings and changes in patients' conditions.
• Supervise home health aides (HHAs) assigned to cases, providing orientation, instruction, and oversight.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review the Plan of Care (POC) with patients, caregivers, and HHAs.
• Assess medication regimens, ensure adherence, and verify related diagnoses for each medication.
• Coordinate care with other disciplines, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, MSW, and nutrition as needed.
• Conduct UAS assessments and Home Assessment Abstracts as requested by MLTC plans.
• Serve as a liaison between patients and the Care Management Team.
• Maintain accurate and compliant patient records per local, state, and federal regulations.
• Precept new nurses and participate in their orientation process.
• Attend mandatory meetings, in-services, and training sessions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
• Current RN license in New York State.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Bilingual Chinese language skills required.
• UAS certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and strong prioritization skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $110,000 annually.
• Benefits:
• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• $10,000 annual tuition reimbursement (up to $40,000 total).
• 4 weeks vacation, 5 personal days, and 8 sick days annually.
• Employee discount programs for events, movie tickets, mobile plans, and more.
• Supportive management team fostering professional growth.

Why Join?

• Be part of a respected leader in home care with a mission-driven focus on quality service.
• Make a meaningful impact by providing care to the Chinese-speaking community.
• Enjoy excellent benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Apply today to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals!