Home Health Registered Nurse
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
WellSpan VNA Home Care

Job Opportunity: Home Health Registered Nurse

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania (Coverage includes Lancaster, Lebanon, Eastern York Counties)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule & Work Hours

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Every 4th weekend rotation required
• Holidays as needed
• Floating across county lines possible if patient care requires

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years of Home Health nursing experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience with OASIS documentation

Patient Population & Work Environment

• May care for COVID-19 patients
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility environment

Onboarding & Compliance Requirements

Background & Screening

• 7-year criminal background check required within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required, must be finalized prior to start (no pending results allowed)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Childline) search required, must be completed 3 business days prior to start, renewed every 5 years
• FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidates may start with results pending but must have results on file within 45 days or will be removed from assignment
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Education verification of highest degree required
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start (requirement applies to agency only, not facility)

Health & Immunization

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Fit mask testing required within 1 year of start and updated annually; specific approved mask types mandated
• Immunizations/vaccinations required with documentation including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; PPD not accepted
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) or declination form required
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine required during flu season or valid medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption/declination accepted

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 (pass/fail exam with remediation process)
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification) may be required depending on unit/job description

Documentation & Facility Requirements

• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (no masks, hats, sunglasses; religious headwear allowed)
• Copy of auto insurance required for candidates working in home care setting
• 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

Orientation & Training

• New Hire Orientation required, to be completed by end of first day
• Learning Management System (LMS) modules assigned and must be completed on PC/laptop (not mobile) prior to start
• Multi-factor authentication and user account setup required for LMS access

References & History

• Two professional references required within 3 years of start
• Most recent resume or employment application required
• Annual skills checklist required

Additional Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days
• No call requirements
• Floating may involve crossing county lines
• Tobacco and fragrance-free environment; candidates must be notified prior to submission

This position offers a structured day shift with a focus on home health nursing in a multi-county area, requiring solid clinical experience, compliance with extensive background and health documentation, and adherence to facility-specific policies and training.