Home Health Skilled Nurse; RN

Home Health Skilled Nurse (RN) – Full Time

Hanford Home Health | Tri Cities, WA

Hanford Home Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full Time Home Health Skilled Nurse (RN) to provide in-home, skilled nursing care to EEOICPA (Department of Labor) benefits recipients and other medically complex patients. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and their families. This position reports to the Director of Clinical Services.

• Full-time status is 36-40 hours per week
• Shifts range from 1 to 12 hours, based on patient needs and census
• Full-time staff are primarily scheduled for 12-hour shifts
• Alternative shift lengths may occur only by mutual agreement
• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

• Care is primarily one-to-one
• In limited circumstances, staff may support more than one patient within the same household when authorized by the individualized Plan of Care
• Work schedules are posted one (1) month or more in advance
• Staff are expected to complete all assigned shifts accepted, subject to agency attendance and call-out policies

• Full-time staff may be required to work weekends and holidays in accordance with agency policy, operational needs, and census
• Weekend and holiday assignments are scheduled and rotated per agency policy
• Schedules are subject to census changes as outlined in the Employment Contract

• Provide skilled nursing care in accordance with the authorizing practitioner's orders and the individualized Plan of Care
• Perform nursing assessments and ongoing monitoring within RN scope of practice
• Administer medications and treatments; monitor for side effects and changes in patient condition
• Provide skilled interventions as ordered (including wound care and other therapeutic interventions when within scope and ordered)
• Measure and document vital signs, intake/output as applicable, pain, weight, and patient responses per the Plan of Care
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse, RN Case Manager, and/or Director of Clinical Services as required
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, treatments, safety measures, and Plan of Care requirements
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care and support optimal patient outcomes
• Assist with mobility, personal care, ADLs, and IADLs when clinically indicated and outlined in the Plan of Care
• Complete accurate, timely documentation in the agency-approved electronic health record system
• Follow infection control, safety, emergency preparedness, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements

• Active Washington State RN license in good standing
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience; home health experience preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification for healthcare professionals
• Washington State Food Worker's Card (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation, and communication skills

• Experience in home health, hospice, or geriatric care
• Prior experience with electronic documentation systems

• Pay Rate: Base rate $55.00 per hour
• Actual wage may vary based on assignment, credentials, experience, and applicable shift differentials
• Full-time skilled nurses are eligible for annual wage increases in accordance with agency policies and procedures
• This position is nonexempt (hourly). Overtime is paid in accordance with Washington State and federal law. Overtime pay and applicable shift differentials are paid in addition to the base hourly rate
• Shift differential pay per agency policy
• Mandatory Washington meal and rest periods are paid and based on Washington State required break and meal periods
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees working 36+ hours per week
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months of service for employees working 20+ hours per week
• Travel required within the Tri…