Local Contract Nurse RN - Home Health

Registered Nurse – Home Health (Contract)

Woodland Park, New Jersey

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high‑quality nursing care to patients in their homes. This role is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care plans while collaborating closely with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe and effective outcomes. The ideal candidate is organized, clinically strong, and passionate about delivering patient‑centered care in a home health setting.

• Provide professional nursing care to patients in the home setting in accordance with physician orders, organizational policies, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, medication reconciliation, and development of individualized care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and update care plans based on changes in patient condition.
• Ensure visit frequency and services align with physician orders and insurance authorizations.
• Deliver and document patient and caregiver education using appropriate teaching strategies.
• Perform assigned nursing treatments and procedures according to established standards of care.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and resource referrals.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, clinical decisions, and patient progress within required timelines.
• Communicate patient status updates and care plans during care transitions and staff handoffs.
• Identify and report patient care concerns to leadership and physicians in a timely manner.
• Supervise and support home health aide staff, including completion of required supervisory visits and documentation.
• Maintain productivity standards and complete assignments independently and efficiently.
• Stay current on nursing best practices, regulatory requirements, and clinical guidelines.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.
• Use skills in ostomy care, Foley catheters, G‑tube, wound care, and wound vac.

• Required:
  
  Associate’s Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing.
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of six (6) months of RN experience, or one (1) year of LPN experience.
• Previous experience in home health or hospice preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency and documentation skills.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and remain active throughout the workday.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Preferred: IV certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and patient‑education abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Compassionate, patient‑focused approach to care.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams.

This position requires travel to patient homes and the ability to adapt to various home care environments while maintaining a high standard of patient care and professionalism.

Prosperity Workforce Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.