Flex RN

About North Country Healthcare (NCH): 

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a leader in a management position this role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance. 

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Flex Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing skilled nursing care across both the home health and hospice service lines, tailored to patient needs and aligned with agency priorities. This versatile position demands clinical proficiency, adaptability, and effective communication skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in various home environments. The Flex RN supports a range of visit types without case management responsibilities. 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Education: 

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program. 

Certification: 

• N/A 

??Licensure:? 

• Active RN license in the state of practice is required. 

• Association* accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS) (for clinical staff), or Heartsaver CPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis, with up to a three-month grace period after the expiration date. 

Skills: 

• Strong clinical judgment and excellent assessment skills. 

• Capability to work independently while managing a flexible schedule. 

• Effective communication, organizational, and time management skills. 

• A compassionate, patient-centered approach to care. 

??Work Experience:? 

• At least 1 year of nursing experience is required; experience in home health and/or hospice is strongly preferred. 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and implement skilled interventions across home health and hospice settings. 

• Deliver care according to physician orders, the plan of care, agency protocols, and patient goals. 

• Demonstrate proficiency in symptom management, wound care, disease management, end-of-life care, and patient education. 

• Maintain awareness of home health eligibility and hospice terminal diagnosis/prognosis requirements. 

• Flexibly cover home health and/or hospice assignments based on staffing needs, patient acuity, and visit volume. 

• Accept patient visits in varied geographic areas within the agency’s service region. 

• Participate in weekend, holiday, and on-call rotations as required. 

• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic health record per CMS regulations. 

• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, aides, social workers, chaplains, and therapists. 

• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, referral sources, and internal teams regarding changes in condition and care needs. 

• Engage in team meetings, care conferences, and staff training as appropriate. 

• Travel frequently within the service area; maintain a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. 

• Adapt to varying home environments and manage potential exposure to infectious conditions. 

• Uphold compassion, integrity, and accountability in all interactions, maintaining professional boundaries and patient confidentiality. 

• Perform other duties as assigned to contribute to the overall success of the agency. 

??NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• ?Performs additional duties as assigned. 

• ?Adheres to facility Values, Service Excellence and Standards of Excellence.?