Registered Nurse (RN) – Start of Care (SOC) Home Health - Per Diem - South Broward
About The Position
Matrix Home Care is seeking experienced and compassionate Registered Nurses to perform Start of Care (SOC) visits in South Broward County. The role initiates home health care for patients with illnesses, injuries, or chronic conditions, often after discharge from a hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing facility. It includes comprehensive patient assessments, individualized care planning, skilled nursing services, case management, and accurate OASIS documentation. The RN coordinates care with patients, families, physicians, discharge planners, interdisciplinary teams, clinical managers, office staff, and community health resources. The position also supports and educates patients and family members, collaborates with and oversees other care staff, monitors patient progress, and adjusts care plans to address changing needs. This is a per-diem position serving the South Broward area.
Requirements
- Active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
- At least 1 year of home health experience.
- Strong experience with Start of Care (SOC) and OASIS documentation.
- Excellent clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule.
- Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Subject to Florida background screening under Chapter 435, including fingerprinting and eligibility review before employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the KanTime EMR system is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic conditions, often following discharge from a hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing facility.
- Perform Start of Care visits and comprehensive assessments, and develop individualized care plans.
- Examine patients, document progress, and report changes to physicians.
- Complete timely clinical documentation, including OASIS, evaluations, physician orders, and care coordination notes.
- Develop, implement, and monitor patient care plans in collaboration with patients and their representatives.
- Deliver skilled nursing services and provide case management for assigned patients.
- Educate patients about their care plans, medications, therapies, diet, and exercise.
- Coach and support family members on patient care, medication management, and home safety.
- Coordinate care with physicians, discharge planners, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Oversee and collaborate with LPNs, CNAs, and home health aides providing patient care.
- Monitor patient progress, outcomes, and changing needs, adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Ensure care goals are met and coordinate appropriate discharge from services.
- Liaise with community health resources, including DME providers, oxygen services, and infusion therapy providers.
- Maintain ongoing communication with patients, families, physicians, clinical managers, and office staff.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and staff conferences.
- Engage in continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Develop and follow work methods and procedures that support high-quality patient care.
Benefits
- Competitive per-visit rates for SOC and routine visits.
- Weekly pay via direct deposit.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Opportunity to transition into a full-time role with benefits.
- Supportive team environment and career growth opportunities.
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