Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
Elara Caring
South Portland, ME

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for care is where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Every day, our dedicated team provides high-quality, compassionate care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide. As an Admission Nurse, you'll play a vital role in helping patients begin their care journey with confidence, dignity, and support. If you're a compassionate RN who thrives on building meaningful patient relationships and making an immediate impact, we'd love to meet you.

Position Details

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Type: Full-Time Field-Based Role

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Competitive compensation package
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives every day
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees
• Free continuing education opportunities for all employees
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Family and pet bereavement leave
• Pet insurance
• Ongoing support and resources to help you succeed

Responsibilities:

• As an Admission Nurse, you will serve as the first clinical point of contact for patients and families, ensuring a smooth transition into home health services while delivering exceptional clinical assessments and support.
• Conduct comprehensive admission assessments to identify patients' physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs
• Complete OASIS assessments accurately and timely
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care that support positive patient outcomes
• Perform initial nursing evaluations and ongoing reassessments as appropriate
• Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Communicate significant patient condition changes and clinical findings promptly
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the medical record
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Identify and report safety concerns and implement appropriate interventions
• Support quality care initiatives and organizational standards
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Minimum one (1) year of Home Health experience
• Strong OASIS knowledge and documentation experience
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills

At Elara Caring, you're more than a nurse—you're a trusted guide for patients and families during some of life's most important moments. Join a team that values compassion, clinical excellence, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, one patient at a time.

Apply today and help us deliver the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at .

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.