RN Home Health - Elizabeth, NJ

Job Details

Job Description

An experienced and compassionate Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) is needed to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. This role involves delivering quality, patient-centered care with a focus on comprehensive assessments, individualized care planning, and coordination with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently while maintaining clinical excellence and clear patient communication.

Location:
This position is based in Elizabeth, NJ, offering the opportunity to serve patients within the local community in their home environments.

Contract Details:

• Full-time, 13-week contract
• Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Caseload: 2532 points per week, typically 35 patient visits per day
• Field-based care with daily travel to patient homes (mileage reimbursed)

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive OASIS assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Provide skilled nursing care, including wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, and chronic disease management
• Monitor patient progress, identify changes, and communicate updates to the care team and physicians
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care
• Maintain accurate documentation using Home Care Home Base (HCHB)
• Collaborate with therapists, social workers, and aides for coordinated care
• Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and continuing education
• Adhere to all regulatory and agency standards for documentation and patient care

Qualifications:

• Active RN license in good standing for the state of practice
• Minimum of 1 year recent home health experience (field experience preferred)
• Proficiency in Home Care Home Base (HCHB) and OASIS
• Reliable transportation, valid drivers license, and auto insurance
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with a flexible field-based schedule

Preferred:

• BSN degree
• Previous management of 2532 points weekly
• Knowledge of Medicare and home health compliance standards

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• 24/7 support from the staffing team
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for contract extensions and renewals

Elizabeth, NJ, is a vibrant city known for its diverse community and accessible transportation. Providing home health care here means making a positive impact across a dynamic urban area with excellent local resources and close proximity to major metropolitan centers.

This is a traveling contract position requiring flexibility to travel within the assigned territory. To take the next step in a rewarding home health nursing role, apply today and advance your career with a supportive and dynamic team.

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $40.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.