Community Health Nurse , Queens (Per Diem)
VNS Health·New York
VNS Health·New York
The nurse coordinates a broad range of health and social services within a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) or Senior Living Community to support older residents aging in place. Responsibilities include facilitating resident engagement in self-care, providing health outreach, conducting assessments, making referrals, and acting as a health care advocate during transitions.
VNS Health Community Health RN's serve as a member of an interdisciplinary care team within a NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) or senior living community, coordinating a broad range of health and social services to support older adults in aging safely in place. NORCs achieve this by facilitating and integrating existing community-based health and social services, while identifying and organizing additional supports needed to help residents remain independent and engaged in their homes and communities.
What We Provide Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 30 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays Personal and financial wellness programs Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement Internal mobility and advancement opportunities What You Will Do: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate health and wellness activities.
Conducts client assessments to determine health needs, including taking vital signs as needed.
Accurately documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes in clients’ medical records.
Provides emergency care until EMS arrives and liaises with EMS personnel during medical emergencies.
Develops and implement individualized nursing care plans.
Health Promotion: Educates clients on disease prevention and health maintenance.
Assists in preparing statistical reports for funding sources (e.g., number of health assessments and referrals to primary care or specialists).
Care Coordination and Advocacy: Facilitates referrals and linkages to appropriate healthcare services based on client needs.
USD $40.95 - USD $51.19 /Hr. About Us
VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.
Candidates must possess a New York State Registered Professional Nurse license, current CPR/BLS certification, and a minimum of two years of experience as an RN in a Licensed Home Care Service Agency (LHCSA) or Certified Home Health Agency (CHHA). An Associate's Degree in nursing is required, while a Bachelor's Degree is preferred, along with prior experience working with aging populations and conducting clinical health needs assessments.
Market context
Per diem community health nurse roles in Queens often reflect steady demand for nurses who can support home-based care and community health needs in New York. These positions are competitive because employers typically want a New York RN license, current CPR/BLS, and experience in LHCSA or CHHA settings, plus an associate’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your home-care experience matches the posting before applying.
