Registered Nurse (Home Health)

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS admissions, recertifications, resumptions of care, transfers, and discharges.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate changes to the physician.
• Caregiver coordination with interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, and home care.
• Supervise Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), including assigning duties and completing required supervisory visits.
• Complete accurate clinical documentation and submit notes within required timeframes.
• Participate in case conferences, discharge planning, quality improvement, and staff development activities.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Home health or hospital nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations and OASIS documentation.
• Current CPR certification (in-person certification required).
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to patient homes.
• Strong clinical, communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Successful criminal background check required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to patient homes.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients as needed.
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to perform patient assessments and nursing procedures.