Registered Nurse (Home Care) - PRN

Care Advantage Corporate • Newport News, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Care Advantage Inc. is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide clinical leadership and oversight for home care patients in Newport News, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, and surrounding areas. The role involves leading, mentoring, advocating for patients and families, and supporting caregivers while delivering high-quality care in the home. The position is PRN and offers a flexible schedule, mileage reimbursement for home visits, leadership autonomy, organizational support, and professional growth opportunities.

The Registered Nurse conducts patient assessments and admissions, establishes individualized plans of care, monitors clinical progress, and collaborates with physicians, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members. The nurse also educates families, coaches caregivers and staff, reviews documentation and performance, and conducts in-home supervisory visits.

The role includes supporting orientation and ongoing education, maintaining accurate and compliant clinical documentation, participating in quality-improvement activities and team meetings, and ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, company policies, and clinical standards. The nurse also builds relationships with referral sources and community partners, represents the organization professionally, and supports business growth while maintaining standards of care.

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland and/or Washington, DC; compact license accepted where applicable.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher.
• At least one year of nursing experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service territory.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation and technology.

Nice To Haves

• Home care or home health experience.
• Case management experience.
• Supervisory or leadership experience.
• Experience conducting patient assessments and developing care plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and admissions.
• Introduce patients and families to available services and care expectations.
• Develop and oversee individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians, families, and caregivers.
• Adjust care plans in response to changing patient needs.
• Monitor patient progress and clinical outcomes, and communicate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate and support family members participating in patient care.
• Provide clinical guidance to caregivers, aides, and nursing staff, reinforcing best practices and company standards.
• Review documentation and caregiver performance, and provide feedback, coaching, and support.
• Conduct in-home supervisory visits to observe care delivery and assess patient satisfaction, compliance, and service quality.
• Support staff orientation and ongoing education initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, company policies, and clinical standards.
• Complete and maintain accurate patient records and nursing documentation, including timely and compliant reporting.
• Participate in quality initiatives and interdisciplinary team meetings to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, healthcare professionals, and community partners.
• Represent Capital City Nurses and Care Advantage professionally in the community.
• Support organizational growth initiatives while maintaining high standards of care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible PRN schedule.
• Mileage reimbursement for home visits.
• Leadership autonomy with organizational support.
• Mission-driven culture rooted in iCARE values.
• Opportunity to positively impact patients, families, and communities.
• Professional growth within a growing home care organization.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree