Home Care Registered Nurse (RN)

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region; St. Albans (VT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Flexible schedule

Continuing education tuition assistance

CEU work courses

Job summary

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is hiring a full-time Home Care Registered Nurse (RN) in St. Albans. This role offers a competitive wage, flexible schedule, and a sign-on bonus up to $10,000.

The RN will assess patient needs, implement care plans, and maintain documentation. Applicants should hold a valid RN license and have at least 2 years of nursing experience. We offer numerous benefits, including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• 2+ years of nursing experience preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and create care plans.
• Manage patient treatment and document nursing care.
• Maintain infection control standards.

Skills

Self-direction and initiative

Collaboration with colleagues

Exceptional bedside manner

Communication skills

Compassionate demeanor

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

2+ years of nursing experience

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is looking to hire a full-time Home Care Registered Nurse (RN) in St Albans. Are you looking to further your career in home health and hospice nursing? Would you like to work for a caring and supportive medical company that values its employees? If so, please read on!

This home health nursing care position earns a competitive wage and offers up to a $10,000 sign on bonus. We also provide health, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) plan with employer match, flexible schedule, continuing education tuition assistance, and CEU work courses.

About VNA & Hospice Of The Southwest Region Based in Vermont, we are one of the largest non‑profit home health and hospice care agencies delivering a wide range of advanced medical care with compassion, dependability, and expertise to people of all ages. Our mission is to provide the best care for every person and to put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. We strive to give customized care to individuals with chronic diseases and conditions as well as those who need short‑term care. We have been recognized as one of the nation's top 100 performing home health agencies by HomeCare Elite.

A Day in the Life of a Registered Nurse (RN)

As an RN, you play a key role in assessing the needs of our patients to create and implement their plan of care. In accordance with evidence‑based practices, state and federal regulations, and our company's policies, you serve as a case manager for assigned patients.

• Actively manage the patient's treatment and needs.
• Maintain up‑to‑date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure effective integration of information.
• Take action to ensure that infection control standards are maintained and stay educated on a variety of high‑tech skills, including IV use and maintenance, wound VAC, and complex wound care.
• Carry out visits with patients in a timely manner and ensure that patients and caregivers are educated on health matters.
• Coordinate with a wide variety of physicians, providers, team members, and vendors to fulfill the recommended plan of care.
• Assist with any patient discharges or transfers and complete all the correct paperwork and reports.

Qualifications for a Registered Nurse (RN)

• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• 2+ years of nursing experience preferred.
• Self‑direction and initiative, and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues within the agency.
• Experience with electronic medical records required.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including rotational weekends, holidays, and on‑call for both hospice and home care patients.
• Exceptional bedside manner and communication skills.
• Compassionate and friendly demeanor.
• Valid Vermont Driver's License and car insurance.

Work Schedule

This Registered Nurse (RN) position offers flexible hours. Our clinicians have autonomy to create a daily schedule that meets the needs of their clients while allowing the flexibility to prioritize personal and family needs.