Community Health Nurse
Salary: $120,000 - $125,000 per year
Location: Ridgewood, NY
Posted: September 04 2025
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Our client is seeking multiple Regional Nurses in the Bronx, Long Island & Queens, NY for a Full-Time Direct Hire opportunity. 1-3+ years of general clinical nursing experience in a certified home health agency, acute care, medical surgical, and/or critical care experience required.
The Regional Nurses will be responsible for delivering high-quality, compassionate nursing care to patients in their homes, as referred by partner organizations or internal programs. This nurse will conduct routine visits to perform wound care, administer medications, and complete general health assessments as requested by the organization. The Regional Nurse may also be assigned to perform nursing duties as assigned in a Diagnostic & Treatment Center or Medical Practice. The role requires strong clinical skills and judgment, the ability to work independently, and a patient-centered approach to care.
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine home visits to deliver clinical services, including:
- Wound care management and dressing changes
- Medication administration and reconciliation
- General health and functional assessments as directed
- Provide nursing care in accordance with the individualized care plan, physician orders, and best nursing practice standards.
- Assess patient conditions and monitor changes in health status, promptly communicating updates to the care team and physician as needed.
- Collaborate with partner organizations, care coordinators, and internal departments to meet patient needs.
- Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medication adherence, wound care, and safety in the home environment.
- Ensure timely and accurate documentation using the organization's electronic health record system.
- Adhere to all clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and infection control guidelines.
- Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and clinical meetings as needed.
- Travel between patient homes throughout the designated service area.
- Degree from an NLN accredited school of nursing required, BSN preferred
- A current New York State License to practice as a Registered Nurse.
- Experience: Minimum of one (1) year general clinical nursing experience in a certified home health agency (CHHA), acute care, medical surgical, and/or critical care experience required. Clinical nursing experience must be within one (1) year from date of hire or transfer required.
- Possess and maintain good physical stamina and mental health, including satisfactory health clearance as required by NYS regulations and Agency policy.