RN Full-time
Amedisys, Inc.

Registered Nurse

Amedisys, Inc. Niagara Falls, NY, US
$74,880 - $96,720 / year
Apply Now

Overview

$30K sign on bonus

Full-time days

 

Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

 

 

Attractive pay

  • $74,880 - $96,720

 

What's in it for you

  • A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
  • Paid time off.
  • Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
  • Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
  • Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
  • 401(k) with a company match.
  • Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
  • Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
  • And more.

Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status.

*To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

 

 

Why Amedisys?

  • Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
  • Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.

Responsibilities

  • Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
  • Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by the patient's identified needs or documents rationale for not doing so.
  • Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, assisting patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques.
  • Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
  • Completes documentation timely and accurately.
  • Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
  • Plans and provides staff education.
  • Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families as assigned.
  • Participates in clinical development and continuing education programs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

  • One (1+) year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN). If less than 1 year clinical experience as a RN, candidate must be approved by VP Clinical.*
  • Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

 

*Note - If less than 6 months clinical experience as a RN, candidate must participate in RN Intern program.

 

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Share this job

Share to FB Share to LinkedIn Share to Twitter

Related Jobs

RN Full-time
Erie 1 Boces

Full-time Registered Nurse

Erie 1 Boces Clarence, NY
Please make sure to complete an application by clicking here for this job posting. REGISTERED NURSE 10-month Position, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Location: Clarence High School Start date: on or about June 1, 2026 Starting salary: $30.00/hour (salary commensurate with experience) Duties include, but not limited to: Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and employees Arranges to transport sick or injured students or employees to hospital, home, doctor's or dentist's office in cases of emergency Inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment Prepares and maintains confidential student records and NY State reports Benefits include: NYS RETIREMENT PAID TIME OFF AND HOLIDAYS HEALTH AND DENTAL INSURANCE BENEFITS LONGEVITY SALARY INCREASES Job Attachment : View Attachment Itinerant Location : High School Salary: From : 30.00 Position Status : Full time Required Certification Type : Registered Nurse Contact Person's Name : Robert Michel Contact Person's Title : Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
RN Other
Erie 1 Boces

ESY - Registered Nurse - Summer Program

Erie 1 Boces West Seneca, NY
$46 / hour
Special Education Extended School Year (ESY) Summer Program Details: LOCATION: Orchard Park High School EFFECTIVE DATES: July 6, 2026 - August 14, 2026 An Introductory/Welcome Meeting for staff is tentatively scheduled for June 3, 2026: 3:30-4:30pm. Meeting will be held virtually. Set-Up day is tentatively planned for July 1st OR July 2nd, 2026. Special Ed ESY: A special education program that is six (6) weeks in duration and includes students with disabilities (classified through CSE) who have demonstrated substantial regression during breaks from school The program will be hosted at Orchard Park High School; July 6 - August 14, 2026. Monday thru Friday Student day is from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM; Teacher and staff day is 7:45 AM - 2:15 PM There are 30 school days for students in ESY Students are eligible for ESY as determined by the Committee for Special Education (CSE) ESY Programming focuses on maintenance of skills as they pertain to IEP goals Transportation will be offered for students by the District POSITIONS: One (1) School Nurse (30 school days) to support student's medical needs as outlined on IEP/504 plans. QUALIFICATIONS: Current license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Nurse. Demonstrated ability to work with peers Demonstrated ability to work with supervisors Ability to motivate and instruct students SPECIFIC DUTIES : Protect and maintain student's health by providing professional nursing services in accordance with Nursing Standards and NYS Licensing. Documenting health services provided in accordance with the NYS Nurse Practice Act. Promoting an environment that is positive, student-centered, and differentiated to meet the needs of all learners. REPORTS TO: ESY Summer Administrators SALARY: $46.00/hour as per OPTA Contract APPLICATION DEAD LINE: April 2, 2026 APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Interested applicants must go to the District's website application system: www.wnyric.org/application by April 2, 2026 to apply online. Job Attachment : View Attachment Itinerant Location : Orchard Park High School Appointment Status : Temporary Start Date : 7/6/2026 Other Certification Type(s) : must hold current NYS RN License and upload it with application Contact Person's Name : Kelsey Habermehl Contact Person's Title : Medical Director Contact Person's Phone : 716-209-6239 Contact Person's Email : Khabermehl@opschools.org
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator

Hospice Buffalo Cheektowaga, NY
$40 - $51 / year
What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! FT (Monday-Friday). 3pm-11pm. Holiday rotation. Cross train to charge RN. Field visits as necessary. The Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator handles the day-to-day coordination of the team clinical functions, assists in implementing the patient plan of care with staff, volunteers, and outside agencies. Communicates as a liaison between staff, patients, and outside agencies. Assists with maintaining records. May involve direct patient care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator: Assists in coordination and implementation of the patient plan of care. Handles phone calls from the patient, primary care giver, or designee regarding any questions or concerns. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary teams, RNs, or Team Manager. Coordinates and schedules patient visits. Provide timely documentation/data entry per Hospice time frames and deadlines. Communicates current health status and needs of patients to appropriate team professionals. Assists the team and Team Manager with other administrative functions, as necessary. May occasionally be called on to make field visits May periodically perform the basic Charge RN functions when needed to cover the designated Charge RN Qualifications of a Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited School of Registered Professional Nursing with a current RN licensure in the State of New York. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty. Experience 1-2 years of nursing practice as a Registered Professional Nurse preferred.
RN Director of Nursing Full-time
Post Acute Partners

RN - Director of Nursing (SNF)

Post Acute Partners Cheektowaga, NY
Salary up to $180,000 based on experience Overview Director of Nursing (RN) - Elderwood at Cheektowaga Enhanced Compensation - Salary now offering up to $180,000 based on experience Lead with purpose. Build a culture of excellence. Make a lasting impact on resident care. Elderwood at Cheektowaga is seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Nursing (RN) to lead our clinical team and guide the delivery of exceptional care to our residents. This is an opportunity for a strong nursing leader to shape clinical excellence, support staff development, and partner with facility leadership to drive quality outcomes in a mission-driven skilled nursing environment. As Director of Nursing, you will play a critical role in fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and compassionate care - ensuring residents receive the highest level of clinical support while empowering nursing teams to thrive. Why Join Elderwood ? Elderwood offers a leadership environment where clinical expertise and strong management are supported. We offer: Competitive salary up to $180,000 Comprehensive benefits package Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) PTO and paid holidays Supportive regional and corporate clinical leadership Opportunities to grow within the Elderwood/Post Acute Partners network Mission-driven culture: People Caring for People What Makes Elderwood at Cheektowaga Unique? Large 172-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community Destination for cardiac, orthopedic, and post-surgical rehabilitation Home to Seasons® Memory Care, Elderwood’s specialized dementia program Located on a continuum-of-care campus with assisted and independent living State-of-the-art therapy suites and rehabilitation equipment Centrally located in the Buffalo metro region Join a team that values leadership, compassion, and clinical excellence. If you are an experienced RN Leader, apply now to explore this Director of Nursing opportunity at Elderwood at Cheektowaga. Responsibilities As Director of Nursing, you will lead the clinical operations of the facility and ensure the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care. Clinical Leadership & Quality Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all nursing services and clinical operations Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality resident care consistent with state and federal regulations Promote strong clinical outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and survey readiness Conduct routine rounds and monitor clinical performance across all units Ensure accurate documentation, care planning, and interdisciplinary coordination of resident care Team Leadership & Staff Development Recruit, mentor, and develop nursing leadership including ADONs, nurse managers, and nursing staff Oversee onboarding, orientation, and ongoing clinical education programs Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching to support staff success Collaborate with Human Resources and facility leadership on staffing, scheduling, and employee relations Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations and facility policies Maintain oversight of infection control practices and clinical safety standards Lead response and preparation for regulatory surveys and audits Ensure resident rights are protected and care is delivered with dignity and respect Operational Leadership Partner with the Administrator and interdisciplinary team to drive operational excellence Monitor staffing plans and support workforce stability within the nursing department Contribute to department budgeting, resource planning, and operational strategy Represent the nursing department in leadership meetings, quality committees, and care planning discussions Resident & Family Engagement Address resident and family concerns regarding care in a timely and professional manner Foster a culture of compassionate, resident-centered care throughout the facility From Up to Qualifications (RN - Director of Nursing): Credentials of a Registered Professional Nurse with a current State license required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or administration preferred. At least two years of supervisory nursing experience and additional training and experience commensurate with the size of the facility and responsibilities of the position required. Geriatric nursing training preferred. Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing, utilize creative problem solving, and handle problems diplomatically required. Exhibits characteristics of effective managerial leadership skills. These characteristics should include: desire for improvement; builder of trust; creating an environment where staff can experience pride. Their efforts are directed at allowing each worker to perform his or her own work and performing in a manner consistent with the aims and standards of the organization. This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
RN Hospice Full-time
Hospice Buffalo

Registered Nurse (RN)

Hospice Buffalo Cheektowaga, NY
$40 - $51 / year
New Pay Range! What's in it for you? Hospice offers a Robust Total Rewards Package Employer 401k contribution regardless of employee participation, and additional contribution given as match with employee participation Health Insurance with vision component copayment plan, or high-deductible plan (FT status) HSA with high-deductible health plan twice annual Employer contribution (FT status) Dental Insurance (FT status) Flexible Spending Account (FT status) Paid Time Off PTO & NYS Sick Leave Tuition Assistance Program And Much More! 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. Holiday rotation. The majority of our patients prefer to receive hospice and palliative care at home to maintain their independence and live their lives to the best of their ability. Symptoms are managed so that the patient can live a full life with the support of family and friends and the comforts of home. A Hospice Facility Based Registered Nurse renders professional nursing services, in accordance with physicians' orders, for individualized patient care and psychosocial/ spiritual interventions for assigned patients/families. Provides nursing care in accordance with Hospice objectives, as well as, policies and procedures of the organization and the State Nurse Practice Act. Essential Duties and Responsibilities for a Hospice Facility Based Registered Nurse: Demonstrates ability to perform comprehensive assessments to identify all physical, psychosocial, environmental, safety, emotional and spiritual needs related to the terminal illness that must be addressed in order to promote the patient's well-being, comfort, and dignity throughout the dying process and documents findings on all appropriate forms and on the plan of care. Performs pain assessments using Edmonton Scale, adhering to pain protocols, knowledgeable in equi-analgesic dosing and assures optimal pain relief using an interdisciplinary focus and timely appropriate interventions. Organizes and prioritizes assignments to consistently meet productivity standards and complete documentation requirements within identified time parameters. Appropriately explains duties and functions of the interdisciplinary team; articulates disease progression of cancer(s), lung disease, heart disease, liver disease, dementia, and other neurologic disease states. Able to articulate etiologies of symptom manifestation (nausea, vomiting, anorexia, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, diarrhea, constipation, mucositis, weakness/fatigue, dysphasia, edema, dyspnea, cognitive impairment, urinary retention, depression, delirium) related to a disease process. Modifies the plan of care timely and appropriately with a demonstrated skill in anticipating problems that may cause or create a threat to patient safety or lack of symptom control. Demonstrates knowledge in usage, indication, adverse side effects, contraindications and negative interactions of most commonly used steroids, NSAIDs, benzodiazepines, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, narcotics, antifungals, and diuretics. Documents to agency standards, timely completion, timely signatures, and documents care using A-I-R protocol to support hospice stay in program and level of care. Elicited no founded patient/family complaints or unusual occurrences (i.e. reportable incidents). Demonstrates proper sharps disposal, hand hygiene, waste disposal, use of personal protective equipment. Adheres to requirements of both CHPC and Hospice Buffalo policies and procedures that are both patient focused (clinical) and organizational focused (administrative); Adheres to HIPPA regulations and policies. Maintains the security of patient electronic/written records. Incorporates computer documentation into patient visit and/or as much as appropriately possible without compromising the quality of care and/or communication. Assures the timely completion and return of all initial, renewal and modified orders and reviews all PPOC's for procedural compliance. Expected to perform additional duties as requested. Qualifications for a Hospice Facility Based Registered Nurse: Education/Certification Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of New York. Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing preferred. Valid Driver's License, free of serious violations, and vehicle required for use when on duty or on-call. Experience Year of nursing practice as a professional nurse is preferred.