RN Home Health Float
Newton, MA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,800/weekOverview
- Start Date11/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Description
Join our healthcare team as a Home Health RN and make a meaningful difference through skilled, community-based nursing care.
In this role, you will provide skilled nursing services in patients’ homes, coordinate individualized plans of care, and support patients and families across the North Region, including Lynn, Nahant, and Saugus. This travel nursing opportunity is based in Newton, Massachusetts, a welcoming Boston-area community known for its vibrant neighborhoods, green spaces, and convenient access to the region.
Home Health RN Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,500–$2,630
- Location: Newton, Massachusetts; community-based home health visits throughout assigned service areas
- Assignment Dates: November 1, 2026–January 30, 2027
- Duration: 13-week contract
- Schedule: Day schedule, 8-hour shifts; scheduled window of 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Weekend Rotation: Approximately once every 6 weeks
- Position Type: Travel nursing assignment with local home health patient visits
Home Health Registered Nurse Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Massachusetts
- At least 1 year of experience in certified home health care
- At least 1 year of case management experience
- Experience must be obtained specifically within a certified home health agency; hospice, private-duty care, or standalone case management experience does not meet the home health experience requirement
- Ability to travel to assigned patient cases throughout the service area
- Strong clinical assessment, organization, communication, and care coordination skills
- Comfort with timely electronic documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration
Home Health Nursing Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ health conditions, needs, risks, and available support systems in the home setting
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
- Complete admission processes and establish appropriate home health services
- Provide skilled nursing care and ongoing monitoring based on patient needs and established standards of practice
- Perform home health case management duties, coordinate services, and communicate changes in patient status
- Educate patients and families regarding disease management, medications, treatment plans, and self-care
- Maintain thorough and timely electronic clinical documentation
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care team members to promote safe, effective patient outcomes
- Participate in scheduled weekend rotations and travel between assigned patient cases as needed
Apply now for this Home Health Registered Nurse contract opportunity in Newton, Massachusetts, and join a team delivering compassionate care throughout the Boston area.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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About Newton, MA
As a Travel Home Health Nurse in Newton, MA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newton, MA is higher than the national average.
- Housing, transportation, and healthcare costs are particularly high.
- However, wages in Newton generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- In the summer, the average high temperature is around 80°F, while in the winter, the average low temperature is around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Newton, MA, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive compared to other areas.
- Newton is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include bus services and access to the MBTA commuter rail.
- Newton, MA is a diverse community with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies, asthma, and cardiovascular conditions.
- There is a notable population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- Newton offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf courses and tennis courts.
- Outdoor activities include hiking in nearby parks and enjoying the Charles River.
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