Registered Nurse RN Admission Assessment

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Admission Assessment (PRN / Per Diem)

Employment Type: PRN - As Needed

Compensation: $30–$50 per completed assessment

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Admission Assessment is responsible for conducting comprehensive pre-service, in-home clinical evaluations for prospective clients prior to the initiation of care.

This PRN position plays a critical role in establishing safe, appropriate, and individualized care plans based on a thorough assessment of the client’s medical condition, functional status, and home environment. The RN ensures compliance with regulatory standards, agency policies, and evidence-based clinical practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive in-home admission assessments for new clients

Obtain and review medical history, current diagnoses, medication profiles, and treatment plans

Conduct physical, functional, cognitive, and psychosocial evaluations

Assess home safety and environmental risk factors

Identify skilled and non-skilled service needs

Develop and document individualized care plans in accordance with physician orders and agency protocols

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate service coordination

Ensure timely and accurate completion of documentation within established compliance standards

Maintain adherence to federal, state, and local regulations governing home health services

Protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines

Minimum Qualifications

Active, Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina

Minimum two (2) years of clinical nursing experience

Demonstrated proficiency in patient assessment and care planning

Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Reliable transportation and ability to conduct home visits

Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior home health, hospice, or community-based nursing experience

Knowledge of state home care regulatory requirements