The Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient centered nursing care to individuals in their homes.
Posted Sep 22
Shift and hours
Weekdays Schedule: PRN, Weekdays, Weekends,
Unit and setting
Wound-Care · Home Health patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic illnesses, or other health concerns
License
RN license Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state in which work is performed.Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of work
Term
Per Diem Schedule: PRN, Weekdays, Weekends,PRN
Do you qualify?
License
Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of workValid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state in which work is performed.
Experience
nursing experienceMinimum of 1 year of nursing experience, with a preference of experience in home health or similar settings.
Also asks
clinical skills to perform nursing procedures with precisionStrong clinical skills and the ability to perform a range of nursing procedures with precision.
Also asks
communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
Also asks
ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing prioritiesDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Also asks
ability to build rapport with patientsAbility to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Preferred
Experience
home health or similar settings experience
Experience
leadership or supervisor experiencePrevious leadership or supervisor experience preferred.
California PRN median is $60/hrCalifornia PRN postings that state pay run $35/hr to $93/hr, the middle half $42/hr to $75/hr, across 869 postings. This posting's $60/hr to $170/hr is wider than that, so where you land depends on the offer.
The role and schedule
Day to day
administer medications and treatments per protocolsAdminister medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with home health care protocols.
Day to day
perform routine and specialized nursing tasks including wound care and catheter insertionPerform routine and specialized nursing tasks, including wound care, catheter insertion, and monitoring vital signs.
Day to day
assist in developing and implementing individualized care plansAssist in developing and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
Day to day
monitor and document patient progress and report significant findingsMonitor and document patient progress, response to treatments, and any changes in condition, reporting significant findings.
Day to day
provide patient and family education on disease management and home care techniquesProvide education and support to patients and their families on disease management, medication use, and home care techniques.
Day to day
assist with patient mobility, transfers, and activities of daily livingAssist with patient mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living as needed, ensuring safety and comfort.
Day to day
maintain accurate patient records and documentationMaintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Day to day
collaborate with LPNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionalsCollaborate with LPNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
Day to day
respond promptly to patient needs and condition changesRespond to patient needs and changes in condition promptly, providing appropriate interventions and support.
Day to day
adhere to infection control and safety proceduresAdhere to infection control and safety procedures to protect patients and staff.
Weekends
WeekendsSchedule: PRN, Weekdays, Weekends,
Details
lift and transfer patients up to 50 lbsAbility to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50lbs.
Details
work in various home environments with stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfacesCapacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
The Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality, patient centered nursing care to individuals in their homes. You will assist in delivering and managing care for patients with various medical conditions, including those recovering from surgery managing chronic illnesses, or other health related concerns. Your role is vital in ensuring patients receive compassionate, efficient, and effective care in a home environment.
Schedule
PRN, Weekdays, Weekends,
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and in accordance with home health care protocols.
Perform routine and specialized nursing tasks, including wound care, catheter insertion, and monitoring vital signs.
Assist in developing and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
Monitor and document patient progress, response to treatments, and any changes in condition, reporting significant findings.
Provide education and support to patients and their families on disease management, medication use, and home care techniques.
Assist with patient mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living as needed, ensuring safety and comfort.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Collaborate with LPNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
Respond to patient needs and changes in condition promptly, providing appropriate interventions and support.
Adhere to infection control and safety procedures to protect patients and staff.
Perform all other duties assigned.
Requirements
Job
Qualifications
Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state in which work is performed.
Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, with a preference of experience in home health or similar settings.
EMR experience preferred.
Previous leadership or supervisor experience preferred.
Strong clinical skills and the ability to perform a range of nursing procedures with precision.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
Physical
Requirements
Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50lbs.
Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.
Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.
Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, administering injections, and handling medical instruments.
Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.
Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations. ? The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Neighborhoods+Young professionals often choose Midtown for a lively grid and farm-to-fork dining, or East Sacramento’s College Glen (median purchase $287,250) for SacRT light-rail and Lincoln Highway access toward Downtown and Folsom, with apartments, updated ranches, and a mix of singles, families, and retirees. More affordable in-city options include Tahoe Park (median $387,050) and South Natomas (median list $423,805), the latter with condos, townhomes, single-family homes, and freeway access near 302-acre Discovery Park. Natomas Park (about $438,200) and Pocket (about $471,400) buy more walkability, parks, and safety; River Park (about $551,533) is quieter with stronger schools, while Land Park and East Sacramento add character and food. Family-oriented suburbs in the conversation are Davis, Folsom, Gold River, and Elk Grove (East Elk Grove, Laguna Woods, Silver Springs, Camden for larger lots); Roseville, Rocklin, and Granite Bay have good schools but are widely called overpriced.
Young professionals often choose Midtown for a lively grid and farm-to-fork dining, or East Sacramento’s College Glen (median purchase $287,250) for SacRT light-rail and Lincoln Highway access toward Downtown and Folsom, with apartments, updated ranches, and a mix of singles, families, and retirees. More affordable in-city options include Tahoe Park (median $387,050) and South Natomas (median list $423,805), the latter with condos, townhomes, single-family homes, and freeway access near 302-acre Discovery Park.
Natomas Park (about $438,200) and Pocket (about $471,400) buy more walkability, parks, and safety; River Park (about $551,533) is quieter with stronger schools, while Land Park and East Sacramento add character and food. Family-oriented suburbs in the conversation are Davis, Folsom, Gold River, and Elk Grove (East Elk Grove, Laguna Woods, Silver Springs, Camden for larger lots); Roseville, Rocklin, and Granite Bay have good schools but are widely called overpriced.
Getting around+SacRT light rail and buses exist, and College Glen is specifically called out for light-rail plus Lincoln Highway trips from Folsom to Downtown, but Sacramento’s Transit Score is 34 and sources say service often does not reach the suburbs, so most residents need a car. Peak congestion is a regular complaint on I-5, Highway 50, and I-80 into downtown. South Natomas and Tahoe Park are pitched for highway and commute access; citywide Walk Score is 49 and Bike Score 67. Healthcare is a major local employer, including UC Davis Health, though these sources do not give hospital-specific drive times or parking details.
SacRT light rail and buses exist, and College Glen is specifically called out for light-rail plus Lincoln Highway trips from Folsom to Downtown, but Sacramento’s Transit Score is 34 and sources say service often does not reach the suburbs, so most residents need a car. Peak congestion is a regular complaint on I-5, Highway 50, and I-80 into downtown.
South Natomas and Tahoe Park are pitched for highway and commute access; citywide Walk Score is 49 and Bike Score 67. Healthcare is a major local employer, including UC Davis Health, though these sources do not give hospital-specific drive times or parking details.
Outdoors+Residents bike and walk the American River Parkway, kayak or paddleboard Lake Natoma, and use 302-acre Discovery Park where the Sacramento and American rivers meet, plus sunset strolls along the Sacramento River. In town, McKinley Park and the State Capitol rose gardens are favorite green spaces; Elk Grove adds suburban parks, biking, and hiking. Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada are within about a two-hour drive, with Yosemite also cited as an accessible trip. Abundant sunshine (250-plus to 269 days) supports outdoor life most of the year, tempered by extreme summer heat.
Residents bike and walk the American River Parkway, kayak or paddleboard Lake Natoma, and use 302-acre Discovery Park where the Sacramento and American rivers meet, plus sunset strolls along the Sacramento River. In town, McKinley Park and the State Capitol rose gardens are favorite green spaces; Elk Grove adds suburban parks, biking, and hiking.
Lake Tahoe, Napa Valley, and the Sierra Nevada are within about a two-hour drive, with Yosemite also cited as an accessible trip. Abundant sunshine (250-plus to 269 days) supports outdoor life most of the year, tempered by extreme summer heat.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Sacramento
Sacramento is California’s farm-to-fork capital with a river-city identity: Old Sacramento, the Crocker Art Museum, 800-plus murals, and the American River Parkway plus Lake Natoma for bikes and kayaks. Nurses find government and healthcare jobs—including UC Davis Health—and housing that undercuts coastal California, with median list prices near $478,000. College Glen, Tahoe Park, and South Natomas are the value plays with freeway or SacRT light-rail access; Pocket, River Park, Natomas Park, Midtown, and East Sacramento cost more for parks, schools, or nightlife. Family suburbs include Davis (A+ schools), Folsom, Gold River, and Elk Grove’s larger-lot pockets; Roseville, Rocklin, and Granite Bay add strong schools at a premium. Plan on a car: Transit Score 34, and I-5, Highway 50, and I-80 jam at rush hour. Summers often top 90°F and hit triple digits with poor air quality; 250-plus sunny days and two-hour drives to Tahoe or Napa are the payoff. Crime is above the national average and clustered downtown, so pick the neighborhood carefully.
