Registered Nurse / RN | Home Health
About The Position
Interim HealthCare is hiring a Home Health Registered Nurse to provide one-on-one, home-based care to patients in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and the surrounding area. The role offers autonomy, flexible assignments, and the opportunity to direct your workday while caring for patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often following discharge from a hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing facility. The RN works with physicians and oversees LPNs, CNAs, and aides involved in patient care. The listed base salary is $75,000–$92,000, with potential bonuses each pay period and mileage reimbursement. Interim HealthCare, founded in 1966, describes itself as the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of registered nurses, operating through more than 300 offices. The company says it puts patients first, values and appreciates nurses, and advocates for nurses and their profession. It provides equal employment opportunities without regard to protected characteristics.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active Registered Nurse license in Indiana.
- At least one year of nursing experience; home healthcare experience is ideal.
- CPR certification.
- Knowledge of state and federal home health regulations.
- Clinical proficiency in the nursing specialty.
- Strong communication skills and compassion.
Responsibilities
- Provide home-based care to patients with illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases, often after discharge from a hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing facility.
- Work with a team of physicians and oversee LPNs, CNAs, and aides providing patient care.
- Examine patients, perform assessments, document progress, and report changes to physicians.
- Educate patients about their plan of care, prescribed medication, therapy, diet, and exercise.
- Coach family members on the patient’s plan of care, medication, and home safety.
- Ensure patient goals are met and coordinate discharge from services.
Benefits
- Potential bonus each pay period.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- One-to-one nurse-to-patient ratios.
- Flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance.
- Clinician-friendly electronic medical record.
- Employer pays 90% of employee medical coverage.
- Online training and opportunities for growth and continuing education units.
- Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
