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Home Health Registered Nurse
Dover, Delaware
Amedisys Home Health Care in Dover

$2,065-2,366/week

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Home Health

Location: Dover, Delaware
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Provide and coordinate home nursing care according to physician orders and agency policies.
Directly supervise and evaluate Home Health Aides and Licensed Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses.
Average patient load: 5-8 patients per day.
Types of visits include Start of Care, Wound Care, Follow-up Visits, etc.
Must have reliable transportation and a current driver's license.
Willingness to travel up to 75 miles from home clinic; minimum travel approximately 250 miles per week.
Schedule typically Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM; some locations may have alternate shift schedules (e.g., 4x10s Friday-Monday).
On-call required approximately 7 days per month.
Weekend requirements vary by location and must be discussed during interview.
Charting system: Proficiency in HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) required; RNs must be proficient in OASIS.
Local candidates accepted.

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware.
Minimum of 1 year of recent Home Health experience within the last year.
Experience working with adult patients in a Home Health setting.
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Proficiency with HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) and OASIS documentation systems.

Productivity Expectations

30 units per week.

Additional Requirements & Compliance

Must complete various background checks including:
- 7-year work and residence history.
- Sex offender registry.
- EPLS/GSA/SAM.
- State-specific background checks as applicable.
Fingerprinting required prior to start (varies by state).
Education verification required.
Physical exam within 12 months prior to start.
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
Immunization or titer proof for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella.
Drug screening (10-panel) required.
COVID-19 vaccination or declination required.
Seasonal flu vaccination or declination required.
Must review and sign various compliance, confidentiality, and policy documents prior to start.
Must complete Home Health or Hospice specific policy quizzes and scenario reviews as applicable.

Work Environment

Dress code: Scrubs.
Work primarily in patient homes within assigned territory (New Castle and Kent counties).
Documentation and charting done electronically via HomeCare HomeBase.

Notes

This is a travel/contract position with a 13-week assignment.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the specified radius are essential.
Candidates must be proficient in required EMR systems and have recent specialty experience.
On-call and weekend requirements vary and should be clarified during the interview process.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Registered Nurse Home Health travel contract opportunity in Delaware.

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Amedisys Home Health Care in Dover

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About Dover, DE

As a Travel Home Health Nurse in Dover, DE here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Dover's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Summer average highs range from 85-89°F, while winter average lows range from 23-27°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Dover and can be found with relative ease, especially in the downtown area.

Transportation

Dover is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on their own vehicles for getting around.

Demographics

Dover has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the proximity to the bay.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Dover offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, locally-owned shops, NASCAR races at the Dover Motor Speedway, Air Mobility Command Museum, Biggs Museum of American Art, and scenic hiking trails at St.
Jones Reserve.

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