Homecare Registered Nurse

Overview

The Home Health RN delivers compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in a home environment. This role focuses on helping patients recover, manage chronic conditions, and maintain independence while ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes.

Primary Duties

• Conduct comprehensive in-home health assessments and ongoing evaluations
• Create and manage personalized care plans in collaboration with physicians
• Provide skilled nursing services including injections, IV therapy, catheter care, and wound management
• Track patient conditions and adjust care plans as needed
• Maintain detailed and timely clinical documentation
• Teach patients and caregivers about treatments, medications, and preventive care
• Communicate regularly with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary team members
• Follow infection control practices and ensure patient safety at all times

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing
• Degree from an accredited nursing program
• Valid CPR/BLS certification
• At least 1 year of nursing experience (home health or community care preferred)
• Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to travel to patient homes and work independently

Work Setting

• Care is provided in private residences or assisted living settings
• Frequent local travel required
• Flexible work hours based on patient needs

Physical Demands

• Ability to assist patients with mobility and daily care needs
• Frequent standing, bending, and lifting
• Driving between patient visits

Compensation & Perks (optional)

• Competitive pay structure
• Travel reimbursement