Home Health Registered Nurse PRN- Greater Sacramento Area

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible for planning, coordinating, and documenting care for an assigned caseload of patients. Utilizing the physician's orders and professional skills, the Home Health RN, in conjunction with the Case Manager, develops and implements a home health plan that meets each patient's specific needs and is in compliance with accrediting organization standards, Federal and State regulations, reimbursement guidelines, as well as agency policies and procedures. Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.

Duties:

• Making the initial evaluation visit to Oasis Start of Care (SOC)
• Regularly re-evaluating the patient’s nursing needs
• Initiating the plan of care and necessary revisions
• Furnishing those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill
• Initiating appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures
• Preparing clinical and progress notes, coordinating services, and informing the physician and other personnel of changes in the patient’s condition and needs
• Counseling the patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs
• Participating in in-service programs, supervising, and teaching other nursing personnel

Regulatory Requirements:

• Licensed Registered Nurse in California
• Credentials in specialty areas, i.e., phlebotomy, IV, ET.
• Current BCLS, CPR card.
• One (1) year of acute care nursing or Skilled Nursing experience.
• Prior experience in home health is preferred, but we can train if a new grad (NEW GRAD IS WELCOME TO APPLY)
• Valid California Driver’s License, current automobile insurance, and reliable automobile.

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

Skills:

• Computer Knowledge to work on Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Knowledgeable of current Federal, State, and Agency regulations on patient home healthcare.

About Us: 

At Compassionate Home Health LTD, we are dedicated to providing high-quality home healthcare services with a personal touch. Our dedicated team of expert clinicians is committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of those we serve, providing personalized care tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. We believe that everyone deserves to live with dignity and independence in the comfort of their own home.

The CENTERS for MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES has awarded our agency – ★4.5-STAR QUALITY RATING FOR SERVICES AND PERFORMANCE IN PATIENT CARE — SETTING THE STANDARD IN HOME HEALTH EXCELLENCE. . That means we have:

• Fewer Emergency Room Visits
• Lower Rates of Rehospitalization
• Proactive Health Monitoring
• Exemplary Patient Progress, Effective Care Planning, and Health/Functional Outcomes

At Compassionate Home Health LTD, we are proud to have earned a ★4.5-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) , which reflects our exceptional care standards, clinical expertise, and patient-first approach.

• 100% improvement in Bathing, Bed Transfers, Ambulation/Locomotion, and Medication Management
• 95% improvement in Discharge Functional Status
• 99.3% Success in Managing Dyspnea
• 0% incidence of falls with major injury (exceeds state and national averages of 0.24% to 0.93%)
• 0% development of pressure ulcers (exceeds state and national averages of 0.24% to 0.93%)

These exceptional outcomes far surpass State and National benchmarks (typically ranging from 60.66% to 90.62%) and reflect our dedication to clinical excellence, patient safety, and personalized care that restores independence and quality of life at home.

Meanwhile, families across the Greater Sacramento Area have expressed their satisfaction with our team. Based on Patient Survey Ratings , they earned a ★5-Star Rating on Medicare.gov.

These ratings aren’t just numbers; they represent excellent care during each home health visit.

We’re here to keep our promises so you can feel at ease knowing you or your loved ones are supported every step of the way.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Compassionate Home Health LTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.