RN, Registered Nurse Home Health
About The Position
VitalCaring is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide home health care to patients in their homes within an assigned territory. The RN serves as the clinical lead and case manager, managing each patient’s plan of care, coordinating with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams, and guiding care from admission through discharge. The role combines comprehensive assessment, care planning, skilled nursing, patient and family education, and clinical decision-making to support recovery, reduce hospitalizations, and promote independence at home. This is a field-based position with a high degree of clinical autonomy and support from a collaborative clinical team. The work involves patients with diverse and often complex needs, requires adaptability and strong time management, and includes performance expectations related to clinical quality, patient outcomes, and timely documentation. The RN may supervise and support Home Health Aides and participate in an on-call rotation as appropriate.
Requirements
- Active RN license or compact eligibility.
- CPR certification.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Minimum of 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 patients’ 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 and 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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