Local Contract Nurse RN - Home Health
Decatur, AL
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Position Overview

Pride Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide skilled home health services throughout Lawrence and Morgan Counties. This position is responsible for conducting patient assessments, delivering skilled nursing care, managing wound care and IV therapy needs, and coordinating care with the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, home health experience, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the home setting.

Schedule & Work Details

• Location: Lawrence and Morgan Counties, AL
• Patient Care Setting: Home Health
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Weekly Hour Guarantee: 40 Hours
• Productivity Expectation: 30 Points
• Pay Rate: $51-$53/hour
• On-Call Requirement: As requested by the agency
• Mileage Reimbursement: Yes, reimbursed between patient visits (first patient to last patient)

Key Responsibilities

• Complete skilled nursing visits in patients' homes according to physician orders and individualized plans of care.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor changes in condition.
• Provide wound assessment, treatment, and ongoing wound care management.
• Administer and monitor IV therapy and related treatments.
• Develop, implement, and update patient care plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding medications, treatments, disease management, and home care needs.
• Document patient visits accurately and timely in accordance with agency, Medicare, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, home health aides, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in care conferences and communicate significant patient changes promptly.
• Maintain compliance with infection control standards, agency policies, and home health regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Alabama Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Associate Degree in Nursing or higher.
• Experience providing wound care and IV therapy.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health experience.
• Experience using Homecare Homebase (HCHB).
• Knowledge of Medicare home health documentation requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage a patient caseload effectively.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.