Flexible Per Diem RN — Home Health, One-on-One Care

San Diego Home Health Care; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days of PTO

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Continuing education assistance

Job summary

A leading home health provider in California is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to deliver in-home nursing care to patients. Responsibilities include performing assessments, developing care plans, and providing skilled services. Candidates must hold an active California RN license and have at least one year of clinical nursing experience. The position offers competitive pay, full-time benefits, and a flexible schedule to promote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current, active California RN license and CPR certification.
• At least one year of clinical practical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive in-home nursing assessments for home health patients.
• Develop and manage individualized plans of care.
• Provide skilled nursing services including medication management.

Skills

Clinical practical nursing experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to provide skilled nursing care

Education

Accredited nursing program graduate

Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Looking for flexible, per diem nursing work where you can make a real difference? Join a supportive home health team serving patients throughout Riverside County with meaningful, one-on-one care.

San Diego Home Health

Family Serving Families

At San Diego Home Health, we’re passionate about helping people live healthier, happier lives through compassionate, one-on-one care in the home. We serve patients across San Diego, Temecula, and Riverside Counties, supporting recovery, independence, and comfort where it matters most. With over 25 years of service, we’re a two-time Home Health Care Elite Award winner. Our clinicians choose us for our supportive culture, flexible scheduling, and responsive leadership.

Our clinicians choose San Diego Home Health because of our supportive culture, flexible scheduling, tenured leadership, and genuine sense of family.

What You'll Do

• Perform comprehensive in-home nursing assessments for home health patients
• Develop and manage individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Provide skilled nursing services including medication management, wound care, disease management, and patient education
• Complete OASIS assessments, recertifications, case conferences, and timely clinical documentation
• Identify the need for additional home health services, disciplines, and durable medical equipment (DME)
• Assess home environments to promote patient safety, fall prevention, and improved outcomes
• Obtain and document physician orders, including verbal orders, per agency and regulatory guidelines
• Educate patients and caregivers on care plans, medications, and symptom management
• Maintain compliance with CMS, Medicare, and home health regulations
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to other nursing staff as needed

You’ll Love This Role If…

• You enjoy one-on-one patient care
• You want autonomy with strong team support
• You value flexibility and meaningful work
• You take pride in delivering skilled, compassionate care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current, active California Registered Nurse (RN) license and CPR certification
• At least one year of clinical practical nursing experience outside of school or rotations
• Home Health experience preferred, but not required
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to make home visits and provide skilled nursing assessments and care
• Home Health and Home Care Home Base (HCHB) documentation experience preferred, but not required

Pay & Perks

• Competitive pay that reflects your experience and expertise
• Full-time benefits (23 days of PTO, medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage) available to full-time associates
• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Mileage reimbursement for patient-related travel
• Continuing education and tuition assistance
• Generous referral bonus program
• OASIS Virtual Assistant to streamline documentation
• Supportive, accessible leadership team

Our Mission & Values

Our mission is to deliver exceptional home health care through clinical excellence, compassion, and integrity, while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

We are guided by:

• Compassion
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Excellence
• Respect

About San Diego Home Health

San Diego Home Health is a trusted home health provider committed to patient-centered, evidence-based care. Our goal is to help patients live healthier, safer, and more fulfilling lives — at home.

If you’re looking for a supportive, mission-driven team where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

Home Health company based in California. At Elevate Home Health, we provide the highest level of Home Health Services with exceptional patient outcomes.