Travel RN Home Health Care

Traveling Registered Nurse
The Traveling Registered Nurse is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. The Traveling Registered Nurse will travel extensively as s/he will be working in various locations as needed. While not on assignment, the Traveling Registered Nurse may work in their home program as needed. The Traveling Registered Nurse functions as a member of the homecare team to provide routine and emergency assessment of patients, education to patients and caregivers, and care coordination to ensure the needs of patients and their families are met. S/he helps the patient and family maintain their maximum level of comfort and coping. S/he works in a flexible schedule to meet agency staffing needs and is responsible for applying the rules and regulations of state and federal regulatory agencies and other certified agencies.
Travels to the assigned program based on need where there is a vacant position, increase in census, or when additional staffing is deemed necessary. Admits patients and performs routine and emergency assessments on each patient as indicated by departmental policy.
May act as preceptor to help onboard and train new team members in assigned programs.
Coordinates clinical and all disciplines, PT (Physical Therapy), OT (Occupational Therapy), MSW, or HHA (Home Health Aide), as indicated by Plan of Care through case management.
Communicates with Hospice IDT (Interdisciplinary Team), Medical Director, and Attending Physician as directed regarding measures to alleviate symptoms, and monitors response to measures implemented.
Collaborates with IDT to meet patient needs for clinical and psycho-social interventions and to coordinate hospice/home health care for the patient and family to ensure appropriateness, continuity, and quality of care.
Develops and updates care plans following each POC change and ensures updates are made from the psycho-social staff.
Educates patients and caregivers regarding care of patients, disease process, symptom control, wound care, and IV therapy.
Supervises the care provided by Hospice and Home Health Licensed Practical Nurses and Hospice and Home Health Aides.
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
Minimum of one (1) year of nursing practice or equivalent experience preferred.
Home Health, hospice, oncology, and/or long-term care experience preferred.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces integrated healthcare at home philosophy. Working knowledge of nursing principles, standards, and applications. Knowledge of use of medical devices, ambulatory aides, assistive and resistive devices, and training. Knowledge of medical terminology. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends. Must be able to travel.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

~ Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in state(s) of employment as well as the ability to obtain nursing license in states where delivering care required.

Two (2) years full time experience as a Registered Nurse; or two (2) years full-time clinical experience as a Licensed Practice Nurse in hospice shall be sufficient in place of clinical experience as a registered nurse.

One (1) year full time experience as a Registered Nurse or three (3) years full time continuous employment as a Licensed Practical Nurse immediately preceding Registered Nurse licensure.

Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. At Compassus, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter. • Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development. • Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care. • Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being. • Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.