Registered Nurse

Nightingale Home Healthcare

Taunton, Massachusetts

The RN is responsible for providing direct patient care and case management in accordance with physician orders.

Posted Oct 8

Shift and hours: Day shift Job Shift Day
Unit and setting: Med-Surg
License: RN licenseactive RN license in MA
Term: Per Diem Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem OpportunitiesFull-time, part-time, or per diem

Do you qualify?

License: active RN license in MA Active RN license in MA Check your license
Certification: CPR certification Current TB test (within last 12 months) and CPR certification
Also asks: physical exam within last 12 months Current physical exam (within last 12 months)
Also asks: TB test within last 12 months
Also asks: valid driver’s license Valid driver’s license
Also asks: attend orientation at Taunton office Must be able to attend orientation at our Taunton office

Preferred

Experience: med-surg and wound care experience Med-surg and wound care experience a plus
Also asks: OASIS and WellSky (Kinnser) experience Experience with OASIS and WellSky (Kinnser) strongly preferred

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What it pays

Against similar roles: Below most Massachusetts PRN postingsMassachusetts PRN postings that state pay run $34/hr to $74/hr, the middle half $42/hr to $60/hr, across 256 postings.
Bonus: referral bonus up to $500 Referral bonuses up to $500
Pay reviews: paid per visit Competitive per-visit pay
Pay reviews: annual merit increases Annual merit increases with regular performance reviewsregular performance reviews

Benefits

Benefitsmileage reimbursementMileage reimbursement
Benefits3 weeks PTO per year3 weeks of PTO per year (for eligible employees)
Benefitsmedical, dental, vision and life insuranceMedical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Benefits401(k) with company match after one year401(k) with company match after one year
Dental insurance
Health insurance

More benefits (7)

Referral program
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
3 weeks PTO per year (eligible employees)
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance (full-time employees)

The role and schedule

Day to day: Obtain medical history and assess patient condition and needs Obtain medical history and assess patient condition and needs
Day to day: Conduct physical assessments, including vitals and mobility evaluations Conduct physical assessments, including vitals and mobility evaluations
Day to day: Educate patients and families on care plans and home health services Educate patients and families on care plans and home health services
Day to day: Deliver skilled nursing care while maintaining HIPAA compliance Deliver skilled nursing care while maintaining HIPAA compliance
Day to day: Document and submit accurate visit records promptly Document and submit accurate visit records promptly
Day to day: Develop and update individualized care plans as needed Develop and update individualized care plans as needed
Day to day: Coordinate with LPNs, Home Health Aides, and Personal Care Attendants Coordinate with LPNs, Home Health Aides, and Personal Care Attendants
Day to day: Facilitate referrals for additional services such as therapy or medical social work Facilitate referrals for additional services such as therapy or medical social work
Day to day: Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing services and adjust as appropriate Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing services and adjust as appropriate
Details: flexible scheduling Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
Details: travel: Road Warrior Road Warrior
Details: Middleboro location available Locations Available: Middleboro

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Salary Range

$38.00 - $38.00 Hourly

Position Type

Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Shift

Day

Travel Percentage

Road Warrior

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Health Locations Available: Middleboro Paid per visit – rates starting at $38.00 per visit! Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem Opportunities

Nightingale Visiting Nurses – Compassionate Care You Can Be Proud Of

At Nightingale Visiting Nurses, we’re dedicated to delivering quality, one-on-one care that helps patients live comfortably and safely in their homes. We’re seeking passionate and skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our team and make a difference every day.

Why Join Nightingale?

Competitive per-visit pay

Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle

Mileage reimbursement

3 weeks of PTO per year (for eligible employees)

Referral bonuses up to $500

Annual merit increases with regular performance reviews

Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive

benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

401(k) with company match after one year

Position Overview

The RN is responsible for providing direct patient care and case management in accordance with physician orders. This includes conducting patient admissions, developing care plans, and coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

Obtain medical history and assess patient condition and needs

Conduct physical assessments, including vitals and mobility evaluations

Educate patients and families on care plans and home health services

Deliver skilled nursing care while maintaining HIPAA compliance

Document and submit accurate visit records promptly

Develop and update individualized care plans as needed

Coordinate with LPNs, Home Health Aides, and Personal Care Attendants

Facilitate referrals for additional services such as therapy or medical social work

Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing services and adjust as appropriate

Qualifications

Active RN license in MA

Experience with OASIS and WellSky (Kinnser) strongly preferred

Med-surg and wound care experience a plus

Current physical exam (within last 12 months)

Current TB test (within last 12 months) and CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Must be able to attend orientation at our Taunton office

Where We Serve

We offer opportunities in AZ, CA, CT, FL, IL, IN, MA, MN, NV, and OH .

Apply Today: homecareforyou.com

Join Nightingale Visiting Nurses and bring compassionate care home — where your work truly makes an impact.

What's around it?

In Taunton, MA

Taunton, MAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 6% above the US average

Median rent: $1,324/mo
Household income: $79,283/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Taunton, MA

NeighborhoodsTaunton offers distinct residential pockets ranging from denser urban centers to semi-rural outskirts. East Taunton is widely sought after by commuters for its more spaced-out, suburban-to-rural layout, larger lot sizes, and immediate access to Route 24 and Interstate 495. Oakland provides a quiet, family-oriented residential environment characterized by ranch-style and colonial homes near Hopewell Park and Memorial Park. Closer to the core, Whittenton attracts first-time buyers with walkable streets, older colonial housing stock, and proximity to local schools and retail. Along the Taunton River, historic Weir Village has seen revitalization through converted mill lofts and cafes that appeal to young professionals, though local community forums note that street-level character can vary significantly from block to block.

Taunton offers distinct residential pockets ranging from denser urban centers to semi-rural outskirts. East Taunton is widely sought after by commuters for its more spaced-out, suburban-to-rural layout, larger lot sizes, and immediate access to Route 24 and Interstate 495. Oakland provides a quiet, family-oriented residential environment characterized by ranch-style and colonial homes near Hopewell Park and Memorial Park.

Closer to the core, Whittenton attracts first-time buyers with walkable streets, older colonial housing stock, and proximity to local schools and retail. Along the Taunton River, historic Weir Village has seen revitalization through converted mill lofts and cafes that appeal to young professionals, though local community forums note that street-level character can vary significantly from block to block.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: unitsstorage.com Source 2: reddit.com Source 3: massbaymovers.com

Getting aroundTaunton is positioned at the crossroads of southeastern Massachusetts, intersected by major transit corridors including Interstate 495 and Route 24. For hospital staff traveling across the region, Providence sits approximately twenty miles to the west, Boston is located under forty miles to the north, and Fall River is roughly a twenty-five-minute drive south. While highway connectivity makes regional travel straightforward, nurses working standard daytime shift changes face substantial rush-hour bottlenecks on Route 24 and around regional merge points. Local travel is primarily car-dependent, with ample surface parking available around suburban clinics and medical campuses compared to denser metro hubs.

Taunton is positioned at the crossroads of southeastern Massachusetts, intersected by major transit corridors including Interstate 495 and Route 24. For hospital staff traveling across the region, Providence sits approximately twenty miles to the west, Boston is located under forty miles to the north, and Fall River is roughly a twenty-five-minute drive south. While highway connectivity makes regional travel straightforward, nurses working standard daytime shift changes face substantial rush-hour bottlenecks on Route 24 and around regional merge points.

Local travel is primarily car-dependent, with ample surface parking available around suburban clinics and medical campuses compared to denser metro hubs.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: massbaymovers.com Source 2: unitsstorage.com Source 3: livability.com

OutdoorsOutdoor enthusiasts have access to substantial conservation land, anchored by Massasoit State Park, which offers multi-use trails weaving through native pine forests, wetlands, and around freshwater lakes. Watson Pond State Park features a scenic seven-mile loop trail over rocky terrain alongside public beaches, swimming zones, and warm-weather watercraft activity. The Taunton River winds directly through the city, serving as a primary corridor for canoeing, kayaking, and recreational fishing for striped bass, largemouth bass, and catfish. The Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge provides additional quiet walking trails, while Hopewell Park and Memorial Park support community athletic fields and open lawns.

Outdoor enthusiasts have access to substantial conservation land, anchored by Massasoit State Park, which offers multi-use trails weaving through native pine forests, wetlands, and around freshwater lakes. Watson Pond State Park features a scenic seven-mile loop trail over rocky terrain alongside public beaches, swimming zones, and warm-weather watercraft activity.

The Taunton River winds directly through the city, serving as a primary corridor for canoeing, kayaking, and recreational fishing for striped bass, largemouth bass, and catfish. The Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Refuge provides additional quiet walking trails, while Hopewell Park and Memorial Park support community athletic fields and open lawns.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: marathonmoving.com Source 2: redfin.com Source 3: unitsstorage.com

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Living in Taunton

Known as the 'Silver City' and the county seat of Bristol County, Taunton, Massachusetts, offers relocating nurses an affordable, grounded home base positioned between major regional healthcare hubs. Situated under forty miles south of Boston and only twenty miles east of Providence, the city allows clinicians to easily access regional facilities via Route 24 and Interstate 495, though shift workers should plan for heavy peak-hour highway congestion. Within Taunton, the lifestyle shifts dramatically by neighborhood: young professionals seeking character often look toward Weir Village's converted riverfront mill lofts and cafes, while nurses seeking quiet yards, ranch homes, or new construction gravitate toward East Taunton and Oakland. Outside the hospital, downtime is defined by the outdoors, whether trail running at Massasoit State Park, swimming at Watson Pond, or paddling the Taunton River, followed by casual neighborhood dining at spots like Riverside or Joe's Diner. While some urban pockets show signs of industrial wear and commercial shopping often requires a short drive out of town, Taunton rewards healthcare workers with generous space, easy regional mobility, and a close-knit New England community.

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