Autonomous Home Health RN: Lead Care & Outcomes

VitalCaring Group; Raytown (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in Missouri is seeking a Home Health RN to lead patient care in patients’ homes within your assigned territory. You will assess, plan, and deliver skilled nursing services, coordinating with physicians and care teams to reduce hospitalizations and support independence.

This field-based role offers strong clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a focus on outcomes. Flexible scheduling, leadership support, and opportunities to grow in post-acute and chronic care

Qualifications

• Active RN license (or compact) + CPR certification.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience (Home Health, Med-Surg, ICU, or Acute Care preferred).
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to think independently.
• Excellent communication skills and patient-centered approach.
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency with EMR systems.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments to evaluate clinical status, risks, and goals of care.
• Develop and manage individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and care teams.
• Deliver skilled nursing care, including medication management, treatments, and interventions.
• Serve as the case manager, coordinating care across therapists, aides, and physicians.
• Monitor patient progress and make clinical decisions based on changing conditions.
• Educate patients and families to support disease management and independence.
• Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning to reduce readmissions.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Supervise and support Home Health Aides as needed; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Caseload management

EMR proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

BSN (optional)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

VitalCaring Group in Missouri is seeking a Home Health RN to lead patient care in patients’ homes within your assigned territory. You will assess, plan, and deliver skilled nursing services, coordinating with physicians and care teams to reduce hospitalizations and support independence.

This field-based role offers strong clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a focus on outcomes. Flexible scheduling, leadership support, and opportunities to grow in post-acute and chronic care