RN, Registered Nurse Home Health

VitalCaring Group•Bossier City, LA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

VitalCaring is hiring a field-based Home Health Registered Nurse to lead patient care from admission through discharge. The RN manages each patient’s plan of care, coordinates with physicians and other disciplines, and uses advanced assessment, care planning, and patient education to improve recovery, reduce hospitalizations, and support independence at home. The role offers clinical autonomy and meaningful relationships with patients and families, with support from a collaborative clinical team. The RN cares for patients in their homes within an assigned territory and is expected to adapt to changing needs while meeting clinical quality, patient outcome, and documentation timeliness expectations.

Requirements

Active RN license or compact eligibility.
CPR certification.
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Minimum 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 of 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 and coordinate 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.