Home Health RN
Lexington, VA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Home Health Registered Nurse

Location: Lexington, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Weekend Requirement: Prefer one weekend per month if possible
• Patient Volume: 6-7 patients per day on busy days
• Work Environment: Rural area with significant travel between patient homes
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50 per mile
• Floating: Based in Lexington office; may float to other offices as needed
• Locals within 100 miles accepted with contract restrictions (one 13-week assignment, no extensions)

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Home Health nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience working in a Home Health setting
• Proficient in nursing assessment and documentation, specifically with OASIS experience

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background Check: 7-year background check within 1 year of start, including all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Additional Checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education Verification: Highest earned degree verification required
• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, must confirm freedom from communicable diseases
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Immunizations/Health:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
  • Required titers or vaccinations for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
  • Flu vaccination or mask and declination form during flu season
• Fit Testing: Mask fit test within 1 year, updated annually (not required for students)
• References: Two clinical references required
• Employment Application and Skills Checklist: Complete application/resume and annual skills checklist required
• Photo: Professional photo for badge required

Additional Notes

• Call-off Policy: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Requests for time off must be submitted with application and approved at booking
• Locals living less than 50 miles subject to reduced bill rate and one-time assignment only
• Virginia State Police Search conducted onsite first day of orientation; no pre-start action required

This position is ideal for experienced Home Health RNs comfortable with rural travel and patient care in home settings, requiring strong documentation skills and prior travel nursing experience.