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RN - Registered Nurse - Home Visitor - Community Based

Direct Jobs, Danville, PA, United States


Job Summary
As one of the Top 8 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems in Becker’s Hospital Review, we’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out.

Position Details
As the Nurse Home Visitor you'll act as a case manager and implement standard protocols for families enrolled in the Nurse Family Partnership.

A typical schedule is part-time, 24 hours weekly, 8 am to 4:30 pm with the flexibility to work occasional evenings to accommodate client needs.

This role covers Northumberland County; you’ll complete home visits each workday. It’s a‑based position where you’ll meet clients in their homes and other in‑person community settings.

At least 2 years of RN OB and/or Pediatric experience strongly preferred.

Previous nursing experience in home visits, behavioral health, or public health is helpful.

Responsibilities

Provides overall coordination of care and home visitation for families enrolled in the Nurse Family Partnership.

Implements Telehealth per National service office guidelines and agency policy.

Assesses physical, emotional, social and environmental needs of women and their families as they relate to the Nurse Family Partnership domains.

Initiates a plan of visitation based on the standardized protocols of the Nurse Family Partnership.

Assists women and their families in establishing goals and outcomes.

Provides anticipatory guidance and instruction to mothers and significant others regarding pregnancy, infants and toddlers based on the standardized protocols of the Nurse Family Partnership.

Provides education, support, and referral resources in assisting women and their families in attaining their targeted goals.

Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of visitation and the outcome of each visit.

Completes and submits all appropriate documentation forms within 48 hours.

Provides for discharge planning.

Educates referral sources and the public about the Nurse Family Partnership.

Develops and maintains community relationships to support client referrals.

Completes all required Nurse Family Partnership education and orientation.

Develops therapeutic relationships, utilizes concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment.

Participates in review and analysis of reports and other reports available through Nurse Family Partnership for achievements and areas for improvement.

Education & Experience
Education: Bachelor's Degree‑Nursing (Preferred)

Experience: Minimum of 2 years‑Clinical (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s): Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body; Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) – RN_State of Pennsylvania

Benefits of Working at Geisinger

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents

Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)

Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage

401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more.

Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Our Purpose & Values
Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

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