In Home Registered Nurse for Veterans

Freedom Home Care; Milford (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Veteran-focused role

Flexible scheduling

Office support team

Streamlined workflow

Job summary

Freedom Home Care is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to perform VA-authorized assessments, reassessments, care planning, and follow-up visits for veteran clients in the Cincinnati area. The role is full-time, salaried, with a flexible schedule that allows self-scheduled visits across our service area.

You will travel to veterans’ homes, collaborate with the VA and our office care team, and educate caregivers on care plans. Strong assessment and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current and active RN license in Ohio.
• Experience with home care or VA-authorized services preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible full-time schedule.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes.
• Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Must successfully complete a federal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to use a smartphone and mobile apps for scheduling and documentation.
• Excel proficiency to review client information.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial in-home assessments for veterans starting services.
• Perform VA reassessment visits for ongoing clients.
• Create and revise care plans based on assessment findings and VA guidelines.
• Conduct post-hospitalization visits when veterans return home.
• Educate caregivers on care plans and updates.
• Provide caregiver skill education as needed.
• Assess client condition, safety, and ongoing needs per VA requirements.
• Review client information prior to visits using our care management platform.
• Communicate assessment findings and care plan updates with the office care coordination team.
• Coordinate follow-up appointments with VA nursing staff.
• Provide professional recommendations to VA for increased service hours when supported by findings.
• Document all assessments, care plans, education, and recommendations timely.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and VA compliance at all times.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Ohio RN license

Tools

Excel

Smartphone apps

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - VA & Veteran Client Assessments

Company: Freedom Home Care

Client Population: Veterans & VA-Authorized Clients

Service Area: Cincinnati & Surrounding Areas (East & West Cincinnati, Ripley, Hillsboro, Chillicothe, Hamilton, Dayton)

Position Type: Full-Time | 40 Hours/Week | Salaried

Schedule: Flexible - Self-Scheduled Visits

About The Role

Freedom Home Care specializes in providing in-home care services to veterans and their families. We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and self-directed Registered Nurse (RN) to complete VA-authorized assessments, reassessments, care planning, and follow-up visits for new and existing veteran clients.

This role offers flexibility within a full-time salaried structure. You will manage your weekly workload, schedule visits directly with clients, and travel to veterans’ homes throughout our service area.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial in-home assessments for veterans starting services
• Perform required VA reassessment visits for ongoing clients
• Create, update, and revise client care plans based on assessment findings and VA guidelines
• Conduct post-hospitalization visits when veterans return home
• Educate caregivers on the client’s care plan and any care plan updates
• Provide caregiver skill education as needed, either on a case-by-case basis or in group settings
• Assess client condition, safety, and ongoing care needs in accordance with VA requirements
• Review client information prior to visits using our care management platform
• Communicate assessment findings and care plan updates with the office care coordination team
• Contact VA nursing staff as needed to coordinate follow-up appointments after hospitalizations
• Provide professional recommendations to the VA for increased service hours when supported by assessment findings
• Accurately document all assessments, care plans, education provided, and recommendations in a timely manner
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and VA compliance at all times

Requirements

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio
• Experience with home care, veteran care, or VA-authorized services preferred (but not required)
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible full-time schedule
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes
• Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills
• Must successfully complete a federal background check and drug screening prior to employment
• Ability to confidently use a smartphone and mobile applications for scheduling, communication, and documentation
• Access to a computer with the ability to navigate online platforms and use Excel to review client information

What we offer:

• Full-time salaried position (40 hours/week) with flexible scheduling
• Paid Mileage to Client's Residence
• Meaningful work serving veterans in their homes
• Supportive office team experienced with VA processes and compliance
• Streamlined assessment workflow and clear communication