Registered Nurse - Home Health
Pathways Healthcare·Marlborough, Massachusetts
Pathways Healthcare·Marlborough, Massachusetts
The Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing patient status, developing and implementing individualized plans of care, and administering prescribed treatments. They must maintain accurate clinical notes and coordinate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective home health care.
Why Join Pathways? Work in a supportive team environment and amazing corporate culture. Impact patients' lives directly by providing in-home care. Opportunities for continued growth and professional development.
Main Office location: Concord, MA Service Area: Marlborough, Hudson, Stow, Maynard, Bolton and Sudbury areas. Job Type: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday
Patient Care: Assesses and evaluates patient’s status by: Writing and initiating plan of care. Regularly re-evaluating patient and family/caregiver needs. Participating in revising the plan of care as necessary. Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process. Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures. Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician in the physician’s plan of care. Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Records pain/symptom management changes/outcomes as appropriate. Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physicians’ orders as required. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Attends interdisciplinary group meetings. Additional Duties: Participates in on-call duties. Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required. Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development and maintains and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance and participation in continuing education and in-service classes. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted case assignments. Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
2+ years' nursing experience, preferably in geriatrics is desirable. New nurses, feel free to apply! We have a great training program. Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution. Proficient with electronic medical records. Excellent bedside manner and communication skills. Working knowledge of health care laws and regulations. Maintain current BLS CPR certification. Possess a valid driver's license and own a reliable, insured vehicle.
Why Join Pathways? Work in a supportive team environment and amazing corporate culture. Impact patients' lives directly by providing in-home care. Opportunities for continued growth and professional development.
Benefits: & Compensation:
$72K-90K Annual Salary Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, PPO Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Flexible Spending Account. Flexible schedule to promote work-life balance. Opportunities for leadership development and professional growth. Consistent day-shift hours and work schedule. Pathways Healthcare is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and fostering a positive work environment for our team members. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
Candidates should have a nursing degree from an accredited institution and current BLS CPR certification. While 2+ years of experience in geriatrics is preferred, new nurses are welcome to apply via the company's training program.
Market context
In Massachusetts, home health registered nurses are commonly needed as care shifts toward in-home recovery and chronic condition management. These roles are competitive because employers often want an active Massachusetts RN license, recent clinical experience, and familiarity with EMR and home health workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your home health documentation experience and mileage reimbursement expectations before applying.
