Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health

Nerod Consulting11 months ago
Oakland, CA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Location: California • Position Type: Per Diem / Full-Time

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality clinical care to patients in their homes. As a Home Health RN, you will perform comprehensive assessments, manage patient care plans, complete SOC/ROC/Recert/Discharge visits, and collaborate with the clinical team to ensure exceptional outcomes following CMS Home Health Conditions of Participation and standard home-based care practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform Start of Care (SOC), Resumption of Care (ROC), Recertification, Discharge, and routine skilled nursing visits.
  • Conduct complete physical assessments, document findings, and update care plans accordingly.
  • Deliver skilled interventions including wound care, IV therapy, injections, medication administration & education, chronic disease management, catheter care, pain management, and ostomy care.
  • Complete documentation per agency policy and CMS requirements (OASIS required for SOC/ROC/Recert).
  • Develop, revise, and implement patient-centered care plans while communicating effectively with physicians, therapists, social workers, aides, and the interdisciplinary team.
  • Report changes in patient condition promptly and escalate concerns appropriately.
  • Provide care in accordance with the Home Health Conditions of Participation, state regulations, and agency policies, ensuring documentation accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
  • Participate in case conferences, quality improvement activities, and required trainings.

Required Qualifications

  • Active RN license in the state of practice.
  • Minimum 1 year of nursing experience (Home Health preferred).
  • OASIS experience strongly preferred (training may be provided).
  • Current CPR/BLS certification.
  • Ability to perform independent nursing assessments and interventions.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.
  • Ability to travel to patient homes and document electronically.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with wound care, IVs, and injections.
  • Diabetic management.
  • CHF/COPD management.
  • High-acuity home health cases.

Compensation

  • SOC: $120 - $170 per visit
  • ROC/Recert Visits: $70 - $130 per visit

Final compensation will be determined during the interview or offer process.

Pay: $120.00 - $170.00 per hour

Benefits & Perks

  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Required Skills

Care planning
Patient assessment
IV therapy
Injections
Wound care
Medication administration
Chronic disease management
OASIS documentation