RN-Home Health

Job Notes: 

• Direct Hire
• Registered Nurse RN Home Health
• 40 hours per week, working days, some weekends roughly. Will discuss further in interview. 
• Pay is on a point system, overall hours will vary based on cases and types of visits. 
• Salary is based on location and skill level. 

Job Summary: 
The Home Health RN is responsible for identifying and coordinating patient and family needs, and for providing palliative, preventative, and rehabilitative care to the patient/family unit. The RN utilizes assessment, intervention, and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and enhance the quality of life for the patient/family unit. This role follows all home care regulatory and compliance requirements and meets all Joint Commission standards. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides ongoing assessments of the physical needs of the patient/family/PCC and initiates appropriate interventions or referrals based on the patient’s plan of care. 
• Provides accurate, timely, and appropriate documentation of patient/family services in accordance with HomeCare policies and procedures. 
• Serves as the case manager to ensure continuity of care and submits all required documentation promptly to meet regulatory and compliance requirements. 
• Evaluates services provided by Home Health Aides every two weeks through on-site supervisory visits. 
• Participates in providing 24/7 patient care coverage. 
• Follows all State, Federal, and Joint Commission regulations and standards. 
• Educates employees on regulatory standards and home health service implementation. 
• Reviews and coordinates certification and recertification documentation for skilled patients to ensure completeness and accuracy. 
• Assists in orienting new HomeCare staff members. 
• Evaluates clinical records and prepares required forms for home health billing to the intermediary. 
• Assists in developing quality indicators and implementing the home health quality assurance program. 
• Participates in survey site visits for home health. 
• Participates in Home Care meetings, assists with departmental planning, and supports adherence to the annual budget. 
• Performs other duties as requested by the Home Care Manager.

Required Skills & Experience: 

• Minimum of one (1) year of current active nursing experience.
• Passing grade on a pre-employment computer literacy evaluation. 
• For field-based positions: reliable transportation and ability to perform responsibilities in a timely manner; proof of valid automobile insurance. 

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

• One (1) year in an acute care setting. 
• One (1) year of home health experience with understanding of State, Federal, and Joint Commission Home Health Agency Regulatory Standards. 
• Intravenous therapy training and experience. 
• Experience caring for terminal patients and others with life-threatening illnesses. 
• The ability to type 25 wpm. 

Required Education:
-ASN or ADN.


Required Certifications & Licensure:
-Valid Florida license as a Registered Nurse.
-Valid Florida State Driver’s License.
-Valid BLS certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
-Meet continuing education requirements for licensure.