Registered Nurse

Visiting Nurses of The Lower Valley Inc; Connecticut; On-site; USD 24,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley is hiring a Per Diem Registered Nurse to work weekdays in Centerbrook, CT. You will perform patient assessments, OASIS timepoints, wound care, and medication management as part of a collaborative care team.

You’ll supervise Home Health Aides, develop care plans, and ensure accurate documentation while supporting patient recovery and independence in patients’ homes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the State of Connecticut.
• Minimum of one year of recent med-surg or acute care clinical experience.
• Home health care and OASIS experience strongly preferred (but not required).
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS documentation at start of care, recertification, resumption of care, and discharge.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Provide direct nursing care, including wound care, medication management, and disease education.
• Supervise and coordinate care with Home Health Aides and other support staff.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Participate in case conferences and ongoing training to support quality care delivery.

Skills

Med-surg experience

Home health care

OASIS experience

Time management

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Independent worker

Reliable transportation

Education

RN license CT

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Visiting Nurses of the Lower Valley (VNLV), a non-profit home health agency located in Centerbrook, CT, is now hiring a Per Diem Registered Nurse to work weekdays. Duties include, but are not limited to: client assessment, OASIS timepoints, Home Health Aide supervision, and functioning as part of a collaborative, patient-centered care team.

You’ll provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes and work closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support patient recovery and independence.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS documentation at start of care, recertification, resumption of care, and discharge.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Provide direct nursing care, including wound care, medication management, and disease education.
• Supervise and coordinate care with Home Health Aides and other support staff.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Participate in case conferences and ongoing training to support quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the State of Connecticut.
• Minimum of one year of recent med-surg or acute care clinical experience.
• Home health care and OASIS experience strongly preferred (but not required).
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

VNLV provides comprehensive orientation and on-the-job training to ensure your success.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Flexible scheduling that fits your life and commitments.
• Supportive team environment — you’ll never feel alone in the field.
• Meaningful work helping patients recover and thrive in the comfort of their own homes.
• Work-life balance with no mandatory weekend or holiday shifts.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the community.

Compensation

Pay per visit: $50 - $125, depending on visit type and complexity.