Registered Nurse RN Admission Assessment

PROSPEROUS LIVING HOME HEALTH SERVI; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A home health care agency in North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for admission assessments on a PRN basis. The RN will conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations in clients' homes, ensuring individualized care plans that comply with regulations. Candidates must possess an active RN license in North Carolina, have a minimum of two years clinical nursing experience, and be proficient in patient assessment. This role offers flexibility with competitive compensation based on completed assessments.

Qualifications

• Active, Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina.
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive in-home admission assessments for new clients.
• Identify skilled and non-skilled service needs.
• Develop and document individualized care plans.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Clinical judgment

Home safety assessment

Education

Active RN license in North Carolina

CPR certification

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Admission Assessment (PRN / Per Diem)

Employment Type: PRN (As Needed)

Compensation: $30–$50 per completed assessment

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Admission Assessment is responsible for conducting comprehensive pre-service, in-home clinical evaluations for prospective clients prior to the initiation of care.

This PRN position plays a critical role in establishing safe, appropriate, and individualized care plans based on a thorough assessment of the client’s medical condition, functional status, and home environment. The RN ensures compliance with regulatory standards, agency policies, and evidence-based clinical practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive in-home admission assessments for new clients
• Obtain and review medical history, current diagnoses, medication profiles, and treatment plans
• Conduct physical, functional, cognitive, and psychosocial evaluations
• Assess home safety and environmental risk factors
• Identify skilled and non-skilled service needs
• Develop and document individualized care plans in accordance with physician orders and agency protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate service coordination
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of documentation within established compliance standards
• Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local regulations governing home health services
• Protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Minimum Qualifications

• Active, Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical nursing experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and care planning
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Reliable transportation and ability to conduct home visits
• Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior home health, hospice, or community-based nursing experience
• Knowledge of state home care regulatory requirements