RN, Registered Nurse Home Health
About The Position
VitalCaring is hiring a field-based Registered Nurse to provide home health care. The RN serves as the clinical lead for assigned patients, managing their plans of care, coordinating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, and driving outcomes from admission through discharge. The role combines comprehensive assessment, care planning, skilled nursing, patient and family education, and clinical decision-making to reduce hospitalizations, support recovery, and promote independence at home. The position involves caring for patients in their homes within an assigned territory. It offers clinical autonomy with support from a collaborative clinical team and requires adaptability, critical thinking, and effective time management. Performance expectations are tied to clinical quality, patient outcomes, and timely documentation. The RN may participate in an on-call rotation and supervise Home Health Aides as needed.
Requirements
- Active RN license or compact eligibility.
- CPR certification.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Minimum one year of RN experience; Home Health, Med-Surg, ICU, or Acute Care experience is preferred.
- 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
- Experience in home health or post-acute care.
- Experience with case management and interdisciplinary coordination.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (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 paid time off (PTO).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
