Registered Nurse (Home Health)

The Judge Group; North Madison (OH); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

The Judge Group seeks a dedicated Travel Registered Nurse (RN) to join its Home Health team serving Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties in Ohio.

This field-based role covers an assigned territory with heavy emphasis on comprehensive nursing care and case management.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license in Ohio.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Experience in home health, hospice, case management, or related clinical setting.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service territory.
• Strong assessment, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessments in patients homes.
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized plans of care.
• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned patients and coordinate care.
• Monitor patient progress, evaluate outcomes, and revise care plans as needed.
• Perform skilled nursing interventions per agency policies and physician orders.
• Identify changes in patient condition and promptly communicate findings.
• Support patients with chronic disease and medication management.
• Promote patient safety and independence in the home.

Skills

RN license

CPR/BLS

Travel ability

Assessment skills

Home health experience

Education

RN degree

Tools

Homecare Homebase (HCHB)

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Position Type: Travel RN | Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Guaranteed Hours: 36 Hours Per Week

Productivity Expectation: 30 Points Per Week

On-Call Requirement: One weeknight rotation and one weekend rotation as scheduled

Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, between patient visits

Pay: $50/hourly

Benefits: Vision, Dental, Medical, 401k

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Travel Registered Nurse (RN) to join a growing Home Health team serving patients throughout Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties. This field-based position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality skilled nursing care while managing an assigned caseload across a designated territory.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical assessment skills, experience with case management, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessments in patients' homes.
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized plans of care based on physician orders and patient needs.
• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned patients, coordinating all aspects of care.
• Monitor patient progress, evaluate outcomes, and revise care plans as appropriate.
• Perform skilled nursing interventions in accordance with agency policies and physician orders.
• Identify changes in patient condition and communicate findings promptly to the healthcare team.
• Support patients with chronic disease management, medication management, and symptom monitoring.
• Promote patient safety and independence within the home environment.

Patient & Family Education

• Educate patients and caregivers on:
  • Disease processes and treatment plans
  • Medication management and compliance
  • Home safety and fall prevention
  • Chronic disease management
  • Signs and symptoms requiring medical attention
• Reinforce physician instructions and care plan goals.
• Empower patients and families to actively participate in care and recovery.

Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, social workers, home health aides, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate services to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
• Obtain and implement physician orders as needed.
• Facilitate smooth transitions of care and help reduce avoidable hospitalizations.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete clinical documentation accurately and within established deadlines.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, federal, and agency regulations.
• Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and quality patient care.
• Adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of Ohio.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
• Previous nursing experience in home health, hospice, case management, or a related clinical setting.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service territory.
• Strong assessment, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Home Health experience strongly preferred.
• Experience using Homecare Homebase (HCHB).
• Knowledge of Medicare home health regulations and documentation requirements.
• Previous case management experience.
• OASIS experience preferred.
• Ability to independently manage a patient caseload while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

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