HOME HEALTH RN
Company: DELTA BAY HEALTHCARE
Location: Antioch
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About Company: ACAVAM HOME
HEALTH (Adult Home Health Division of Delta Bay Healthcare) About
the Role: The Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical
role in delivering personalized nursing care to patients within
their homes, ensuring their health and well-being outside of
traditional clinical settings. This position involves comprehensive
assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient
care plans tailored to individual needs, often for those with
chronic illnesses, post-surgical recovery, or disabilities. The
Home Health RN acts as a vital liaison between patients, families,
physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care
and promote optimal health outcomes. By providing education,
support, and clinical expertise, the nurse empowers patients and
caregivers to manage health conditions effectively. Ultimately,
this role contributes to improving patient quality of life while
reducing hospital readmissions and supporting independent living.
Minimum Qualifications: Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN)
license in the state of practice within the United States. Minimum
of an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in
Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution. Basic Life Support
(BLS) certification. Proven clinical nursing experience, preferably
with at least one year in home health, community health, or related
nursing practice. Strong knowledge of nursing principles, patient
care standards, and home health regulations. Preferred
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
Certification in Home Health Nursing (e.g., Certified Home Health
Nurse - CHHN). Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and
telehealth technologies. Advanced certifications such as Wound
Care, IV Therapy, or Chronic Disease Management. Demonstrated
experience in patient education and care coordination.
Responsibilities: Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate
health status, needs, and progress in the home environment.
Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans
based on patient assessments and physician orders. Administer
medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed, ensuring
patient safety and adherence to protocols. Educate patients and
their families on disease management, medication administration,
wound care, and preventive health measures. Collaborate with
interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care and
communicate patient status and changes. Document all nursing care,
patient responses, and clinical observations accurately and timely
in compliance with regulatory standards. Monitor patient progress
and adjust care plans as necessary to achieve desired health
outcomes. Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and
families to help them cope with health challenges. Skills: The Home
Health RN utilizes clinical assessment skills daily to evaluate
patient conditions accurately and develop effective care plans.
Strong communication skills are essential for educating patients
and families, as well as collaborating with healthcare teams to
ensure coordinated care delivery. Time management and
organizational skills enable the nurse to manage multiple patient
visits efficiently while maintaining thorough documentation.
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are applied to
adapt care plans based on patient progress and emerging health
issues. Additionally, proficiency with technology, including
electronic health records and telehealth platforms, supports
accurate record-keeping and remote patient monitoring.
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