Home Heath Registered Nurse

Laphcc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laphcc is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide home health and hospice care with autonomy and family-centered support. Join our clinical team to deliver high-quality, patient-focused nursing in patients' homes, with seasonal workload balance and supportive leadership.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, direct nursing care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and caregiver education, within a 60-mile local travel radius and EHR documentation using HCHB.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in state of practice.
• Graduate of accredited nursing program.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience in related settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing clinical evaluations and care plans.
• Administer skilled direct nursing interventions.
• Oversee care teams to deliver physical, emotional, and psychosocial support.
• Educate caregivers on medications, wound care, and safety.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient assessment

Infection control

Case management

Communication

Organizational skills

Independence

Education

RN license

Nursing degree

AHA BLS

Tools

HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB)

Job description

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most: Home Health & Hospice RN

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse looking for autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to build deep connections with your patients? Join our clinical team and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care right in the comfort of home. With manageable workloads, strong supportive leadership, and predictable scheduling, this role allows you to focus on what truly matters—delivering exceptional nursing care.

Available Shifts (2 Positions Open)

• Position 1 (Weekday): Monday – Friday, 8-hour day shifts.
• Position 2 (Weekend): Friday – Monday.
• Note: On-call rotation may be required.

Position Highlights

• Manageable Workload: Balanced caseload of 5 to 6 patient visits per day (Routine, Recertification, Deaths, On-Call, and PRN visits).
• Local Service Radius: Travel within an established 60-mile radius from the local branch.
• EHR Platform: HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) strongly preferred for efficient, stream-lined mobile documentation.

What You Will Be Doing

• Comprehensive Assessments: Perform initial and ongoing clinical evaluations, establishing and updating individualized Plans of Care in collaboration with physicians.
• Direct Care & Symptom Management: Administer skilled direct nursing interventions, specializing in pain relief, symptom control, and end-of-life hospice care.
• Interdisciplinary Leadership: Oversee and guide care teams (LPNs, CNAs, support staff) to deliver all-inclusive physical, emotional, and psychosocial support.
• Caregiver Education: Empower patients and family members through clear instruction on medication management, wound dressings, oxygen safety, and hospice philosophy.
• Physician Collaboration: Serve as the primary liaison between physicians, patients, and the care team, swiftly reporting condition updates to attending providers.
• Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely electronic medical records (visit notes, assessments, orders, and interdisciplinary notes).
• Team Supervision & QAPI: Conduct monthly supervisory visits with care team members, perform regular clinical record audits, and participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.

Category

Requirements

Education & Credentials

• Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience (acute care hospital, oncology, LTC, hospice, or home health). Clinical hours/internships evaluated case-by-case.
• Proficiency in physical assessments, infection control, and case management.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.

Field Logistics

• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance.
• Reliable personal transportation to cover the 60-mile travel radius.

Compliance

• Ability to pass background checks, health screenings, and meet safety-sensitive requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• Home Health EHR: Hands-on experience using HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) software strongly preferred.
• Specialized Background: Prior experience in Medicare home health, hospice, palliative care, or geriatric case management.
• Clinical Expertise: Deep understanding of terminal care, managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (Medicare, ACHC), and symptom control.