Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse – Float to deliver high-quality care to patients in a residential or home-care setting. This role involves implementing individualized care plans, performing clinical procedures, monitoring patient conditions, and providing supportive care with empathy and professionalism. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, managing multiple cases, and adapting to different environments and shift schedules.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and follow individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s needs
- Conduct home visits within assigned geographic areas
- Administer medications, perform wound care, and carry out other prescribed treatments and procedures
- Monitor patient conditions and report significant changes to the Clinical Manager or Client Services Manager
- Accurately execute and document physician orders
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and case management when necessary
- Maintain detailed, real-time documentation in electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Regularly take and track vital signs
- Ensure accurate medication administration and tracking
- Provide catheter care, assist with feeding, bathing, hygiene, and other activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Maintain clean and sanitary living conditions for patients
- Track and order medical supplies as needed
- Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and reliability in patient interactions
- Adapt to various shift schedules and patient needs
- Drive to and from patient residences with reliable transportation
- Build strong rapport with patients and family members
- Work independently with confidence in providing high-quality care without direct supervision
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) – Required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – Preferred
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in a residential, home health, or similar setting
Preferred Qualifications (if any)
- Experience with electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) systems
- Background in community health or mobile/field nursing
Certifications (if any)
- Active RN license in the state of practice – Required
- BLS certification – Required
- ACLS certification – Preferred