Travel Home Health RN - Wound Care & Patient Education
Accomac, VA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract) - Virginia, Accomac

Job Overview

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Accomac, Virginia
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in skilled home health care, including wound care and patient teaching.
• Caseload: Approximately 6 patients per day.
• Responsibilities include:

  • Infection control
  • Communication of patient status changes to RN/MD
  • Pain assessment and management
  • Pharmacy calls and patient refill requests
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Wound care
  • Teaching medications and treatments

Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Valid and current driver’s license required for all Home Health positions.
• Locals to the area are allowed to apply.

Certifications & Competencies

• Current BLS certification (online CPR not accepted).
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, EFM certifications may be required depending on unit (check with program management).
• CEUs related to stroke education required annually for acute care RNs (varies by unit).
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam and other competency exams as applicable.
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required for all clinical positions.
• State nursing license verification required.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within the last 12 months; if positive, clearance letter required.
• Required vaccinations or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (10/1 - 3/31) with medical or religious exemptions accepted upon approval.
• Drug screening within the last 12 months.
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred but not required; if vaccinated, documentation or declination form required.

Background & Documentation

• 7-year criminal background check required and updated annually.
• DMV driving record required for Home Health & Hospice positions.
• Two professional references required.
• Employment application/resume required.
• Skills checklist must be updated annually.
• Virginia State Police background check required prior to start for Home Health positions.
• Photo for badge must meet facility requirements.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific policies including confidentiality, dress code, scrub colors, safety brochure, drug-free policy, and hand washing hygiene.
• Some documents and certifications may require annual updates.
• Orientation includes computer-based learning (CBL) with pass/fail testing.

This position is ideal for RNs with home health experience seeking a travel/contract role in Virginia, providing skilled nursing care with a focus on wound care and patient education.