Registered Nurse (Home Health)

The Judge Group; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) for a Home Health role in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. The Travel RN will perform skilled nursing visits in patients' homes, complete OASIS assessments, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates have OASIS proficiency, strong clinical judgment, and excellent communication. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM EST with 40 hours/week and a 7–10 day monthly on-call obligation including a weekend in

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Kentucky (KY).
• Minimum of one year RN experience.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Complete SOC, Recertification, ROC, Discharge, and other OASIS assessments.
• Develop and update individualized patient care plans based on assessments.
• Provide skilled nursing care and patient education per physician orders and policies.
• Ensure timely, accurate documentation of all patient visits and activities.
• Monitor patient progress and identify changes requiring intervention.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, caregivers, and team members about care needs.
• Promote patient safety and risk identification in the home environment.
• Participate in on-call coverage as assigned.

Skills

BLS certification

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Home Health experience

Education

RN license (KY)

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Location: Elizabethtown, KY

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST

Hours: 40 hours per week

Productivity Expectation: 30 productivity points per week

On-Call Requirement: 7-10 days per month, including one weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) per month

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join a Home Health team serving patients throughout the Elizabethtown, Kentucky area. The RN will provide skilled nursing services in the home setting, complete comprehensive patient assessments, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, and ensure high-quality patient outcomes through accurate documentation and effective clinical decision-making.

The ideal candidate is proficient in OASIS documentation, excels in patient-centered care, and possesses strong clinical judgment and communication skills.

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete Start of Care (SOC), Recertification, Resumption of Care (ROC), Discharge, and other OASIS-required assessments.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized patient care plans based on comprehensive assessments.
• Provide skilled nursing care and patient education in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation of all patient visits and clinical activities.
• Monitor patient progress and identify changes in condition requiring intervention or escalation.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members regarding patient care needs and treatment plans.
• Demonstrate strong customer service by building positive relationships with patients, families, referral sources, and team members.
• Promote patient safety through ongoing assessment and identification of potential risks within the home environment.
• Participate in on-call coverage as assigned and respond appropriately to patient needs.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Patient Care Manager, providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Adhere to all federal, state, agency, and accreditation standards related to home health services.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Coverage Area

Travel throughout the assigned service area to provide home health nursing services. Candidates must be comfortable working independently in various home care settings.

Mileage Reimbursement

• Mileage reimbursement is provided between patient visits, beginning after the first patient visit of the day and ending at the last patient visit of the day.
• Mileage is not reimbursed from home to the first patient visit or from the last patient visit back home.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Kentucky.
• Minimum of one (1) year of Registered Nurse experience.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Valid driver's license.
• Current automobile insurance.
• Reliable transportation for patient visits.

Preferred Qualifications

• Home Health experience.
• OASIS documentation proficiency.
• Start of Care (SOC) experience.
• Strong critical thinking and clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to care for medically complex and critically ill patients.
• Strong understanding of patient safety protocols and risk identification.
• Experience escalating patient concerns appropriately and communicating effectively with providers and leadership teams.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.