Travel Home Health RN
Washington, District of Columbia
MedStar DC Home Health Float Pool

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Home Health Float Pool

Location: Potomac, District of Columbia
Facility: MedStar DC Home Health Float Pool
Hospital System: MedStar Health

Position Details

• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP (Orientation every Monday)
• Schedule: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (No holidays or weekends)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Patient Visits: Manage at least 8 patient visits per day
• Patient Ratio: 1:1

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of Home Health experience with Medicare-certified home health agency
• Experience with OASIS E and Homecare Homebase charting system
• Skills in Peripheral IV Start, HCHB, Infusion, Medicare Home Health
• Ability to manage cases including CHF, diabetes, drain care, urinary catheter, ostomy care, infusion services, central line care, joint replacement, COVID, and palliative care
• First-time travel nurses accepted

Licensure & Certifications

• Required: DC Registered Nurse License (must have license in hand upon application)
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC certified
  • Flu vaccine (mandatory)
  • COVID-19 vaccination required (with strict exemption policies)
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit or role (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC)

Documentation & Compliance Requirements

• Valid driver's license if driving is part of the job
• Background check within 90 days including criminal, employment, and education verification
• Drug screening within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to work without accommodations and free from communicable diseases
• Immunization documentation including:

  • Flu vaccine (seasonal)
  • Tdap within 10 years preferred
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframe
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
• Competency exams (medication, dysrhythmia/EKG, color blindness) as applicable
• Facility-specific training modules (Sitels) must be completed before start date

Work Environment & Dress Code

• Dress code: Navy, tan, or white scrubs
• May come into contact with COVID-19 patients
• Charting methods: Homecare Homebase, SBAR, SOAP, OASIS E

Additional Notes

• Mileage reimbursement available
• Facility requires strict adherence to health and safety protocols
• Candidates must complete all required documentation and training prior to start

This position is ideal for experienced home health RNs looking for a travel contract opportunity with a reputable health system in the DC area, offering a structured schedule without weekend or holiday shifts.