PRN Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Talem Home Care is committed to empowering people to take control of their health. We support and lead individuals and their families/support systems through the complicated health care system, with the ultimate goal of staying independent and healthy at home for as long as possible. We center our core values: community, family, team, and giving to support this commitment.
About the role
The Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for conducting comprehensive in-home evaluations for clients enrolled in Colorado’s Medicaid In-Home Support Services (IHSS) program, as well as clients covered by other payer sources. This role ensures high-quality, compliant care through direct home visits, collaboration with clients and caregivers, and ongoing assessment of care needs. The RN/NP reviews and updates care plans, validates caregiver competencies, provides training as needed, and completes all required clinical documentation. The position also includes post-discharge evaluations and caregiver skill validation for non-Medicaid clients, supporting safe, effective care delivery in the home setting.
Responsibilities
- Performing home visits during caregiver shifts.
- Reviewing care plans with the client and caregiver.
- Identifying and documenting any required changes in the care plan.
- Providing a client intake assessment.
- Certifying caregiver proficiency in care tasks.
- Completing all required documentation related to these evaluations.
- Providing post-discharge evaluations.
- Providing in-person trainings for the caregivers, if needed.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the State of Colorado.
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN, BSN, MSN, or DNP as applicable).
- Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home health, long‑term care, Medicaid services, or community-based care.
- Knowledge of care plan development, evaluation, and modification.
- Ability to assess caregiver competency and certify proficiency in assigned care tasks.
- Experience completing clinical documentation accurately and in compliance with state and payer requirements.
- Strong clinical assessment, observation, and critical‑thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work independently in home settings with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to client homes.
Benefits
- Flexible Schedule
- Weekly Pay
- Direct Deposit
- Paid Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
- Warm, Friendly, Pressure-Free Environment
- Training & development