What is the role of a Community Health Nurse - VNA at Berkshire Health Systems?

The Community Health Nurse - VNA position at Berkshire Health Systems is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Medical field.

Where is this Community Health Nurse - VNA job located?

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 01201, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Community Health Nurse - VNA role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Community Health Nurse - VNA job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Community Health Nurse - VNA position at Berkshire Health Systems?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Community Health Nurse - VNA at Berkshire Health Systems | Jobs and Employment

Community Health Nurse - VNA

This is a per-diem position with requirement of 24 hours per month including one holiday and some weekend hours per year.
DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
- This role provides, teaches, supervises and documents nursing care of the sick and injured at home in order to promote, maintain or restore health to prevent illness and to effect rehabilitation. The role collaborates with other healthcare providers, professionals and community representatives to coordinate care at home, evaluating the individual’s and families’ response to interventions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
- Experience:
  - One-year acute nursing care preferred, hospital based preferred.
  - Experience in home care setting strongly preferred.
  - Experience with self-scheduling of caseload preferred.
- Education and Training:
  - Bachelor of Science in Nursing recommended.
  - Graduate of a N.L.N. accredited nursing program.
- License, Certification & Registration:
  - RN License - Current license as a professional nurse within MA
  - Active and valid driver’s license.
  - CPR required every two years.
- Other Requirements:
  - Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing.
  - Knowledge of and ability to apply community health principles and practice.
  - Demonstrated ability to perform independently as a clinician with minimal supervision or assistance.
  - History of flexibility in assuming varied assignments.
  - Ability to exercise independent judgement.
  - Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
  - Ability to supervise others.
  - Ability to maintain confidential information.
  - Ability to develop and maintain records and communicate clinical data in verbal and written form.
  - Willing to be flexible regarding work hours.
  - Ability to drive an automobile in inclement weather.
  - Must be willing to accept “on call” responsibilities.
  - History of dependability in meeting demands of committed work schedule.

Community Health Nurse - VNA at Berkshire Health Systems – Pittsfield, Massachusetts

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