Home Health Registered Nurse
Lebanon, PA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Home Health Registered Nurse

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania (serving Adams and Franklin Counties)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule & Work Details

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekend rotation: every 4th weekend
• Floating between counties possible if patient care requires
• Holidays as needed
• No call requirements
• May care for COVID-19 patients
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years of Home Health nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including:

  • 7-year criminal background check (must be finalized prior to start)
  • Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must have results on file within 45 days or will be removed from assignment
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Childline) search required 3 business days prior to start; cannot start with results pending
• Pennsylvania Department of Aging fingerprint clearance required for non-PA residents
• Education verification of highest degree (degree, diploma, or transcripts)
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 1 year of start (specific to agency requirements)
• Two professional references within 3 years
• Most recent resume or employment application
• Annual skills checklist

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Fit mask test required 3 business days prior to start for new or expiring fit tests
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years of start
• Negative QGold or TSpot TB test within 90 days of start (PPD not accepted)
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers are negative or equivocal
• Hepatitis B: positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) or declination form required
• Seasonal flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• COVID-19 vaccine, medical/religious exemption, or declination accepted
• Respiratory safety clearance within 1 year of start, renewed annually

Certifications & Competencies

• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing required within 48 hours of signed contract (except OR and Home Health)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for all RNs except OR and Home Health; must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification as required by unit/job description

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (professional appearance, light background, no face coverings except religious headwear)
• Copy of auto insurance required for candidates working in home care
• Completion and signing of facility-specific documents including:

  • Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work form
  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
  • I9 Attestation and Documentation Attestation (completed by agency)
  • Residency form for home care candidates
  • Hepatitis B declination form if applicable
  • Safety and Security Vehicle Registration (for home care)
  • Review of facility policies such as "Wellspan Way" description
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop prior to start (not accessible via cell phone)
• New hire orientation must be completed by end of first day

Additional Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days
• Candidate must notify if unable to comply with tobacco/fragrance-free policy
• Clinical fit will be determined by clinical screening and manager interview on a case-by-case basis

This position is ideal for experienced Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract in home health nursing with a structured weekday schedule and occasional weekend rotation.