Local Contract Nurse RN - Home Health
Harrison, AR
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Position Overview:
Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care in a home health setting. This role is responsible for completing comprehensive assessments, developing and managing plans of care, and ensuring high-quality outcomes through collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team. The ideal candidate brings strong OASIS experience and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Schedule & Work Details:

• Location: Field-based role serving the Eureka Springs area
• Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekly Hour Guarantee: 32 hours per week
• On-Call Requirements: On call approximately 1 time per month, with participation in weekend rotations and potential holiday coverage
• Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, reimbursed between patient visits
• Pay Rate: $51 to $53 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate, develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians and the healthcare team
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including OASIS assessments and medication reconciliation
• Ensure patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines per payer requirements
• Provide and coordinate high quality clinical care within scope of practice and infection control standards
• Supervise and provide direction to LPNs and home health aides, including completing required supervisory visits
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and agency staff regarding patient care, scheduling, and changes in condition
• Coordinate visits, complete coding requests, and ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency and payer requirements
• Maintain compliance with documentation standards and sync clinical data in a timely manner per company policy
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives aimed at reducing hospitalizations, improving patient safety, and enhancing outcomes
• Support orientation and training of new staff and serve as a preceptor when needed
• Participate in survey readiness and adhere to agency utilization management processes
• Maintain professionalism by attending meetings, case conferences, and required trainings with punctuality and engagement
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to meet patient care needs, including weekends and holidays
• Complete all additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
• Home health experience required
• OASIS experience required
• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel within the service area

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Homecare Homebase (HCHB) EMR system
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Leadership experience or ability to supervise clinical staff

Required Certifications:

• Current RN license
• Current CPR certification