RN Registered Nurse Home Health- Per Diem

PruittHealth•Leland, NC

About The Position

PruittHealth @ Home is seeking a per-diem Registered Nurse to provide and coordinate skilled nursing care to home health patients under physician supervision. The nurse applies the nursing process, works with the interdisciplinary care team and attending physician to manage patient care plans, and helps ensure continuity and quality of care. The role includes field visits to evaluate and initiate care, monitor clinical outcomes, and support follow-up and performance improvement. A new pay-per-point compensation model assigns higher point values to visits requiring greater effort. The position is a PRN opening, with special consideration for applicants living in or commuting to New Hanover or Pender Counties. The nurse documents patient assessments, care, and progress using required records and clinician-preferred technology, including OASIS assessments, admissions, recertifications, physician orders, and care coordination records. The nurse also supervises assigned Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses, educates patients and families, respects patient rights, maintains regulatory and clinical records, and participates in agency activities such as case conferences and staff meetings. The role requires a current unrestricted RN license, CPR certification, at least one year of RN experience, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance for home visits. The company describes its clinician offerings as including a progressive benefit plan, mileage reimbursement, career-growth opportunities, additional pay incentives, flexible schedules, and a supportive team environment.

Requirements

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an accredited or approved RN program.
At least one year of RN experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable transportation.
Liability insurance to complete home visits.
Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice.
Current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Acute care experience with adult or aging populations.
Home health and/or skilled nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Provide competent nursing care and interventions to home health patients in accordance with applicable standards.
Supervise care provided by assigned Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses, including required supervisory visits of Home Health Aides.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and attending physician to develop, integrate, and manage patient care plans, making referrals to other disciplines as needed.
Conduct field visits to evaluate and initiate start of care, monitor clinical outcomes, provide follow-up, and support care performance improvement initiatives.
Use accepted company teaching materials to educate patients and families.
Assess, monitor, document, and report patients’ health and condition using required documents and technology within established timelines.
Complete documentation accurately, promptly, and at the point of care, including OASIS assessments, admissions, recertifications, ABNs, subsequent visits, physician orders, and care coordination.
Protect patient and resident rights and work with the patient team to follow the physician-approved care plan.
Comply with the corporate compliance program.
Meet agency productivity standards and use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Participate in agency surveys, mandatory in-services, case conferences, staff meetings, and required programs such as performance improvement.
Follow safety regulations and procedures and report job-related occupational hazards as necessary.
Maintain current licensure, certifications, and clinical records in accordance with federal, state, and agency requirements.
Work independently, prioritize tasks, manage time, and meet outcomes and strategic goals by targeted deadlines.