Private Duty Nurse (RN)

Giving Home Health Care; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Giving Home Health Care seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to administer patient care in the Oak Ridge/Knoxville, TN area under a physician care plan.

This 1099 contract role supports in-home visits with flexible shifts—from short weekly visits to full 12-hour shifts—across varying acuity levels. You will collaborate with CNAs, HHAs, case managers, and patients’ physicians to advocate and coordinate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program (RN or LPN).
• Current state or compact nursing license.
• Current CPR certification.
• TB test and physical exam completed.
• Must maintain required insurance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and dexterity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with patient mobility.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician prescribed plans of care.
• Document care in the system of record.
• Administer medications and therapies as prescribed.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Monitor vitals and intake/output.
• Assess wounds and skin integrity.
• Watch for changes in patient condition and report promptly.
• Communicate with family, physicians, and case managers.
• Provide education and training to patient and family.
• Work one-on-one in the patient's home for a comfortable environment.
• Supervise CNAs and HHAs and collaborate with care team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Manual dexterity

Mobility/Ability to lift 50 lbs

Calm under pressure

Education

RN or LPN licensure (ACEN/CCRN)

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) in the Oak Ridge/Knoxville, TN area to administer patient care in accordance with a physician established care plan.
This role is a 1099 contract opportunity, with care being provided at the patient’s residence. Patients range from weekly hours to 24-hour care. This allows for multiple scheduling options, from short visits on a weekly basis to full 12-hour shifts or a blend of both. Patients range from high acuity to those who only need basic medical management.
Once our patients are accepted into the program, there is no expiration for this benefit, which allows our team of caregivers to build lasting relationships with their patients for years to come.
You’ll get to advocate for the patients and work one-on-one to provide them with the care that they need.
This role will collaborate with CNA’s, HHA’s, Case Managers, and the patient’s physicians.
Shifts: Flexibility on shifts. Perfect for someone looking for PRN.
Offers are contingent upon passing a background check.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician prescribed plans of care
• Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record
• Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies
• Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
• Perform various activities associated with daily living
• Monitor vitals and GI intake and output
• Assess skin integrity and administer wound care
• Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self-care abilities, and indicators of disease progression
• Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients
• Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide
• Work with patients to be done one-on-one in the patients home to provide for a comfortable environment
• Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants
• Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, licensing, and certification: graduate of an accredited college or university, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing
• Current State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• Current CPR certification
• TB test and physical examination
• Maintain required insurance
• Good interpersonal skills
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move patients
• Ability to operate under stressful conditions and make quick decisions
• Must have dependable transportation and be willing to commute to the patient’s home
• Ability to provide basic medical management up to medically fragile end of life care

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as an RN/LPN in a clinical or home health setting
• Ability to assist with two person assist

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Registered Nurse- up to $50/hour, based on years of experience.
Licensed Practical- up to $40/hour, based on years of experience.