Home Health & Hospice RN

About the role

The Travel Registered Nurse provides skilled nursing services to patients in home health and community settings on a per-visit basis. This role requires strong clinical judgment, independence in the field, and effective communication with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled registered nursing care to patients on a per-visit basis in home health and community settings
• Complete comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care
• Perform skilled nursing interventions including wound care, medication management, catheter care, and patient education
• Accurately document all visits, assessments, and interventions in the electronic medical record
• Communicate patient status, changes in condition, and care needs with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Adhere to agency policies, infection control standards, and applicable state and federal regulations

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license, compact or state-specific as applicable
• Minimum of one year of recent RN experience; home health experience strongly preferred
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in the field
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license

Location: Athens, AL