Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health - PRN

VitalCaring Group • Basile, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

VitalCaring is hiring a field-based Home Health Registered Nurse who serves as the clinical lead for assigned patients from admission through discharge. The RN manages plans of care, coordinates across disciplines, and drives patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments, care planning, skilled nursing, and patient and family education. The role focuses on reducing hospitalizations, improving recovery, and supporting long-term independence at home. It offers clinical autonomy and patient ownership within a collaborative clinical team, with flexible scheduling and generous PTO described as part of the Home Health experience.

Requirements

• Active RN license or compact eligibility, plus CPR certification.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• At least 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed