Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking two compassionate and skilledCommunity Health Nurses (CHNs) for a locum tenens assignment in a PACE (Programof All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program in Northeast Bronx, NY. This isa community-based role focusing on delivering skilled nursing care toPACE-enrolled geriatric patients in their homes and care settings. Each nursewill manage 4–5 home visits per day and collaborate with an interdisciplinaryteam to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.

Compensation : $50-63 Per Hour

Schedules Available:

• Nurse #1: Tuesday–Saturday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (with 1-hour lunch)
• Nurse #2: Sunday–Thursday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (with 1-hour lunch)

Note: Home care experience is required.

Assignment Settings:

• Participant homes
• PACE centers
• Hospitals
• Skilled nursing facilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care using the full nursing process in alignment with the PACE model
• Conduct in-home clinical assessments and coordinate care with interdisciplinary team
• Complete accurate documentation including Uniform Assessment System (UAS) and diagnosis coding
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized care plans
• Participate in IDT (Interdisciplinary Team) meetings to align care planning
• Coordinate transitions across care settings (e.g., SNF, hospital, home)
• Educate patients and caregivers to support safety, independence, and optimal health outcomes
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing PACE services
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and patient-centered communication 

Qualifications:

• Degree from an NLN-accredited nursing school (BSN preferred)
• Active New York State RN license
• Minimum 1 year of home care (CHHA), med-surg, or critical care experience
• Experience with elderly or frail patients – Preferred (PACE training available)
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance
• Must meet NYS physical/mental health clearance standards 

This Bronx-based clinic offers acalm, community-centered setting within close reach of New York City’s broadermedical and cultural landscape. Conveniently located near publictransportation, the site is easily accessible by subway and bus, makingit an ideal workplace for mission-driven professionals serving aging adults ina supportive, team-based environment.

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