Field-Based Home Health RN: Autonomous, Impactful Care

VitalCaring Group; Morgan City (LA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Generous PTO

Job summary

VitalCaring Group in the United States is seeking a Home Health RN to lead patient care in home settings. You will assess, plan, and deliver skilled nursing care, coordinating with physicians and care teams to improve outcomes.

This field-based role offers autonomy, a supportive interdisciplinary team, and a focus on reducing hospitalizations while promoting independence for patients in their homes.

Qualifications

• RN license active and CPR certification.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum one 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 with physicians and care teams.
• Deliver skilled nursing care including medication management and treatments.
• 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 Home Health Aides as needed.
• Participate in on-call rotation as appropriate.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

Accredited nursing program

1 year RN experience

Clinical judgement

Communication skills

Caseload management

EMR proficiency

Driver’s license

Education

RN degree (ACLS/BSN preferred)

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

EMR systems

Job description

VitalCaring Group in the United States is seeking a Home Health RN to lead patient care in home settings. You will assess, plan, and deliver skilled nursing care, coordinating with physicians and care teams to improve outcomes.

This field-based role offers autonomy, a supportive interdisciplinary team, and a focus on reducing hospitalizations while promoting independence for patients in their homes.