Home Health Nurse

A-Line Staffing is now hiring a Full-Time, Field-Based, Home Health Registered Nurse in San Diego, CA! (STAYING WITHIN THE SAN DIEGO REGION OR NEARBY TOWNS). (COULD BE HELPING HOSPICE PATIENTS AS WELL).

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care to patients in their homes. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering direct patient care, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring continuity of care for patients of all ages. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a home health setting.

Home Health Registered Nurse Compensation

• The pay for this position is $54.00/hr + mileage reimbursement
• Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment

Home Health Registered Nurse Highlights

• This position is a contract assignment with potential to hire on permanently based upon attendance, performance, and business needs
• The required availability for this position is Monday–Friday | 8am-5pm, on call requirements

• Home Health Registered Nurse Responsibilities

  ·         Assess home health and/or hospice patients in both stable and emergent situations, identifying physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs

  ·         Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized Plans of Care (POC) to ensure quality and continuity of care

  ·         Document all patient interactions, progress, and changes accurately and in a timely manner

  ·         Provide patient-centered care while adhering to infection control and OSHA standards

  ·         Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, diet, safety, and self-care practices

  ·         Supervise and provide clinical direction to Home Health Aides (HHA), STNAs, and LVNs

  ·         Perform ongoing pain assessments and implement appropriate pain management strategies

  ·         Coordinate referrals to appropriate healthcare services and community resources

  ·         Monitor cases for compliance with third-party payer requirements

  ·         Participate in on-call rotation as assigned

  ·         Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members

  ·         Attend team meetings and contribute to care planning discussions

  ·         Perform additional duties as assigned

  Home Health Registered Nurse Requirements

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
  • Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma program
  • 1–2 years of RN experience in a clinical care setting
  • 2+ years of home health experience
  • Experience with Homecare Homebase software (required)
  • OASIS experience (required)
  • Current CPR certification
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

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  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • CHPN certification (Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse)

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  Clinical Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong assessment and critical thinking skills in diverse patient care settings
  • Knowledge of medication administration, venipuncture, IV therapy, and phlebotomy
  • Experience with wound care, catheter care, and durable medical equipment
  • Ability to develop and implement bowel/bladder training programs
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
  • Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and professional development

  If you think this Home Health Registered Nurse position is a good fit for you, please reach out to me—feel free to call, e-mail, or apply to this posting!