Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
A Wisconsin licensed Registered Nurse who is employed to identify, provide for and accept responsibility for the fulfillment of patient’s total nursing needs.
Posted Oct 7
- Shift and hours
- Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Unit and setting
- Home Health
- License
- RN license Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin
- Term
- Permanent0.6 FTE (24 hours a week), 0.8 FTE (32 hours a week), or 1.0 FTE (40 hours a week)
Do you qualify?
- License
- Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin. Check your license
- Also asks
- commitment to quality outcomes and services Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
- Also asks
- ability to relate well to all individuals Ability to relate well to all individuals.
- Also asks
- ability to maintain and protect confidentiality of information Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
- Also asks
- ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
- Also asks
- ability to adapt to change Ability to adapt to change.
Preferred
- Certification
- Gerontology certification Certified in Gerontology, or Wound Care preferred.
- Certification
- Wound Care certification
- Experience
- at least 2 years of nursing experience At least 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical, Home Health, Hospice or Long-Term care nursing preferred.
- Experience
- Medical Surgical, Home Health, Hospice or Long-Term care nursing
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Wisconsin staff rolesWisconsin staff postings that state pay run $29/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $50/hr, across 1,135 postings.
- Call differential
- Eligible team members receive an additional incentive for fulfilling these on-call duties. Eligible team members receive an additional incentive for fulfilling these on-call duties.
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
- Extra pay
- additional incentive for fulfilling on-call dutiesfulfilling these on-call duties
- Pay reviews
- pay based on experience, with higher pay considered based on qualifications and experience
Benefits
- BenefitsFREE Direct Primary Care (DPC) for employees enrolled in health plan with no copaysFREE Direct Primary Care (DPC) for employees enrolled in our health plan - no copays for primary care visits and personalized access to your provider.
- BenefitsDental, Vision, Life and Disability InsuranceDental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- BenefitsFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% company match up to 6%401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of $0.50 for every $1 you contribute, up to 6%
- BenefitsTuition ReimbursementTuition Reimbursement
- BenefitsPaid Time OffPaid Time Off
More benefits (9)
- BenefitsReferral ProgramReferral Program
- BenefitsCompany Car with all expenses paid, including gas and maintenanceCompany Car (all expenses paid, including gas and maintenance)
- Direct Primary Care (DPC)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Company Car
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- promote effective communication with all individuals Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
- Day to day
- maintain positive community image in alignment with mission, vision, and values Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
- Day to day
- provide on-call services as assigned Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
- Day to day
- coordinate implementation of plan of care as part of core team Participate as part of the core team providing care and services and be designated to coordinate the implementation of the plan of care
- Day to day
- coordinate all aspects of patient care according to standards Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care in accordance with current professional standards and practice.
- Day to day
- advocate for patient choice Advocate for patient choice.
- Day to day
- participate in developing and revising patient care policies and procedures Participate in developing and revising written patient care policies and procedures.
- Day to day
- participate in quality assurance and performance improvement program Actively participate in the home health’s quality assurance and performance improvement program.
- Day to day
- educate and counsel patient and family Provide education and counseling to the patient and, as needed, to the patient’s family, consistent with the plan of care.
- Day to day
- participate in in-service training and continuing education Actively participate in home health sponsored in-service training, and continuing education opportunities.
- Day to day
- complete all documentation within required time frame Complete all documentation in time frame determined by policy, including ongoing observation and assessment of patient and family needs.
- Day to day
- lead, guide, and direct others in quality care provision Lead, guide, and direct others in the provision of quality care.
- Day to day
- practice infection control mitigation at all times Practice infection control mitigation at all times.
- Day to day
- maintain open communication and promote interdisciplinary team Maintain honest, open, and professional communication with others including promoting the essence of the interdisciplinary team.
- Day to day
- respond by phone to patient and family calls in a timely manner Respond by phone to patient and family calls in a timely manner.
- Day to day
- perform other duties as assigned Perform other duties as assigned.
- Weekends
- 24-hour weekend on-call every 5th or 6th weekend Required every 5th or 6th weekend.
- On call
- 1-week on-call starting Friday at 4:30 PM and ending following Friday at 8:00 AM Starts Friday at 4:30 PM and ends the following Friday at 8:00 AM.
- Travel
- travel within a one-hour radius with company car provided for 0.6 FTE or more Hit the road without the extra costs-this role includes travel within a one-hour radius, and a company car is provided for employees working 0.6 FTE or more.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Home Health is a specialty you move into. Agencies want acute time first, then train the home-specific work.
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Why Commonheart?
Make a real impact—right where it matters most. Join our growing Home Health and Hospice team and experience a career that’s as rewarding as it is meaningful.
Here, you’re not just another employee—you’re valued, supported, and empowered every day. Our leadership team is hands-on, invested in your growth, and committed to creating a positive, uplifting work environment. You’ll have the opportunity to build genuine one-on-one connections with patients and see the difference you make firsthand.
Our team is expanding, but what truly sets us apart is our culture—people stay because they feel supported, appreciated, and inspired by both their colleagues and the patients they serve.
If you’re ready to be part of something special, where your work truly makes a difference, we want to hear from you.
Hear what our employees are saying about their experience with us
Commonheart Testimonial - Lori, Home Health Registered Nurse - YouTube
Commonheart Testimonial - Kathryn, Hospice Registered Nurse
About the role
A Wisconsin licensed Registered Nurse who is employed to identify, provide for and accept responsibility for the fulfillment of patient’s total nursing needs. This includes all nurse practice acts such as assessment, medication management, documentation, supervision of other nursing personnel and performing as the care manager.
Essential Job Functions
- Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
- Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
- Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
- Participate as part of the core team providing care and services and be designated to coordinate the implementation of the plan of care
- Participate as part of the core team providing care and services and be designated to coordinate the implementation of the plan of care.
- Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care in accordance with current professional standards and practice.
- Advocate for patient choice.
- Participate in developing and revising written patient care policies and procedures.
- Actively participate in the home health’s quality assurance and performance improvement program.
- Provide education and counseling to the patient and, as needed, to the patient’s family, consistent with the plan of care.
- Actively participate in home health sponsored in-service training, and continuing education opportunities.
- Complete all documentation in time frame determined by policy, including ongoing observation and assessment of patient and family needs.
- Lead, guide, and direct others in the provision of quality care.
- Practice infection control mitigation at all times.
- Maintain honest, open, and professional communication with others including promoting the essence of the interdisciplinary team.
- Respond by phone to patient and family calls in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
- Ability to relate well to all individuals.
- Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
- Ability to adapt to change.
Experience & Training
- Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin.
- At least 2 years of experience in Medical Surgical, Home Health, Hospice or Long-Term care nursing preferred.
- Certified in Gerontology, or Wound Care preferred.
Schedule
- Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- 0.6 FTE (24 hours a week), 0.8 FTE (32 hours a week), or 1.0 FTE (40 hours a week)
On-Call Requirements
- 1-Week On-Call: Starts Friday at 4:30 PM and ends the following Friday at 8:00 AM.
- 24-Hour Weekend On-Call: Required every 5th or 6th weekend.
- Eligible team members receive an additional incentive for fulfilling these on-call duties.
Location
Hit the road without the extra costs—this role includes travel within a one-hour radius, and a company car is provided for employees working 0.6 FTE or more.
Pay
- $38.50 to $44.80 an hour, based on experience. Higher pay may be considered depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
- FREE Direct Primary Care (DPC) for employees enrolled in our health plan - no copays for primary care visits and personalized access to your provider.
- Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of $0.50 for every $1 you contribute, up to 6%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Referral Program
- Company Car (all expenses paid, including gas and maintenance)
- Mission-driven culture where you can make a meaningful difference every day
(Benefits may vary based on employment status)
Commonheart, a community partner of Illuminus, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
What's around it?
Fond du Lac, WI
Living costs about 6% below the US average