Registered Nurse; RN​/Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN; PRN​/ In-Home Assessments

Arch Home Care provides compassionate, high-quality home care services to individuals and families throughout Northern Virginia. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to conduct Medicaid home care assessments using the required Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) assessment forms on an as-needed (PRN) basis.

The ideal candidate has strong clinical assessment skills, understands Medicaid home care requirements, and can accurately complete the necessary documentation to support appropriate home care services.

Position: Home Care Nurse (RN/LPN)
Schedule: PRN / As Needed
Location: Northern Virginia

• Conduct in-home assessments for clients receiving or seeking Medicaid-funded home care services.

• Complete the applicable Virginia DMAS assessment forms accurately and thoroughly.

• Evaluate clients’ medical conditions, physical and cognitive status, functional abilities, activities of daily living (ADLs), and need for assistance.

• Assess the client’s home environment, safety risks, and available support systems.

• Gather relevant information from clients, family members, caregivers, and other providers as appropriate.

• Ensure all assessment forms and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and submitted within required time frames.

• Follow applicable Virginia DMAS requirements, agency policies, and documentation standards.

• Maintain confidential client records and protect personal health information.

• Identify missing information and coordinate follow-up as needed to complete assessments.

• Communicate assessment findings and identified care needs to the appropriate agency personnel.

• Assist with care planning and recommendations based on the assessment findings and applicable program requirements.

• Conduct follow-up or reassessments as assigned.

• Report significant changes in a client’s condition or care needs to the appropriate supervisor.

• Current, active RN or LPN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Current CPR certification.

• Experience with home care assessments, Medicaid-funded services, or community-based nursing preferred.

• Familiarity with Virginia DMAS assessment forms and Medicaid home care documentation requirements strongly preferred.

• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage assignments, and meet documentation deadlines.

• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.

• Basic computer skills and experience with electronic documentation.

• Professional, dependable, and compassionate approach to client care.

This is a flexible, PRN opportunity ideal for a nurse interested in completing in-home Medicaid assessments on an as-needed basis throughout Northern Virginia. Assignments may vary based on client needs and agency scheduling.