Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health - Full Time
About The Position
VitalCaring is hiring a Home Health Registered Nurse to provide field-based care to patients in their homes within an assigned territory. The RN serves as the clinical lead and case manager, managing each patient’s plan of care from admission through discharge. The role combines comprehensive assessment, care planning, skilled nursing, patient and family education, and coordination across physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to support recovery, reduce hospitalizations, and promote independence at home. The position offers clinical autonomy within a collaborative clinical team and requires adaptability, critical thinking, time management, and timely documentation. Performance expectations are tied to clinical quality, patient outcomes, and documentation timeliness.
Requirements
- Active RN license or compact eligibility.
- CPR certification.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- At least one year of RN experience.
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to think independently.
- Excellent communication skills and a patient-centered approach.
- Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize effectively.
- Proficiency with EMR systems.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Home Health, Med-Surg, ICU, or Acute Care experience is preferred.
- Experience in home health or post-acute care.
- Experience with case management and interdisciplinary coordination.
- BSN.
- Familiarity with Homecare Homebase (HCHB).
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to evaluate clinical status, risks, and goals of care.
- Develop and manage individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and care teams.
- Deliver skilled nursing care, including medication management, treatments, and interventions.
- Serve as case manager, coordinating care across therapists, aides, and physicians.
- Monitor patient progress and make clinical decisions based on changing conditions.
- Educate patients and families to support disease management and independence.
- Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning to reduce readmissions.
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EMR.
- Supervise and support Home Health Aides as needed.
- Participate in an on-call rotation as appropriate.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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