Registered Nurse in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at Elite Home Health Group INC

Join a Team That Puts Care First

At Elite Home Health, we believe healing happens best at home. As a Medicare-certified home health agency serving communities across Florida, we provide high-quality, compassionate care that helps patients recover, maintain independence, and improve their quality of life.

We are seeking dedicated Registered Nurses who are committed to clinical excellence, compliance, and delivering high-quality patient care in the home setting.

If you are a compassionate, detail-oriented nurse who values autonomy and teamwork, we would love to meet you.

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing and coordinating skilled nursing care for patients in the home setting. The RN completes comprehensive assessments, develops and implements patient care plans, and ensures care is delivered in accordance with physician orders, Medicare Conditions of Participation, state regulations, and agency policies.

The RN serves as a key member of the interdisciplinary team and ensures safe, effective, and compliant care delivery.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Director of Nursing (DON) or designated clinical leadership. The RN functions as part of the interdisciplinary care team and provides supervision and direction to licensed and unlicensed clinical staff as applicable.

Scope of Practice

The RN performs nursing services within the scope of Florida RN licensure, federal and state regulations, and agency policies. The RN is responsible for clinical judgment, nursing assessments, care planning, and coordination of patient care in the home health setting.

Essential Job Functions

1. Patient Assessment & Care Planning

Perform comprehensive and ongoing patient assessmentsThe RN participates in start of care (SOC), recertification, and reassessment visits as required.Complete OASIS assessments as requiredDevelop, implement, and update individualized patient care plansEvaluate patient response to care and adjust interventions as neededEnsures physician orders are appropriate and consistent with the patient’s clinical condition and care plan, and communicates discrepancies as needed.

2. Skilled Nursing Care & Coordination

Provide skilled nursing services in accordance with physician orders and care plansCoordinate care with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team membersEnsure continuity of care across all services provided

3. Monitoring & Clinical Decision Support

Monitor patient condition and identify changes in physical, emotional, or functional statusCommunicate significant changes promptly to physician and care teamImplement appropriate interventions within scope of practice

4. Documentation & Compliance

Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation in the EMR systemEnsure documentation supports medical necessity and compliance requirementsMaintain adherence to Medicare Conditions of Participation and agency policiesCompletes OASIS assessments accurately and within required timeframes in accordance with Medicare regulations and agency policy.

5. Supervision & Team Collaboration

Provide direction and supervision to LPNs and CNAs as applicableParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and care coordinationSupport clinical education and guidance for field staff

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (ASN or BSN required). Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standingMinimum of 1 year nursing experience preferredHome health, hospice, or acute care experience preferredCurrent CPR certification requiredValid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insuranceAbility to pass background screening and all compliance requirements

Skills We Value

Strong clinical judgment and critical thinkingExcellent assessment and communication skillsAbility to work independently in a home health environmentStrong organizational and documentation skillsCommitment to compliance, quality care, and patient safetyProfessionalism and reliability in field-based care

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel to patient homes within assigned territoryAbility to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients as neededAbility to perform physical and clinical assessments in home environmentsAbility to use electronic documentation systemsAbility to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically

Work is performed in patient homes with varying environmental conditions, including exposure to pets, smoke, infectious diseases, and weather-related travel conditions.

Why Elite Home Health?

We know great nurses have options. Here’s why they choose Elite:

Competitive compensationComprehensive benefits packageSupportive leadership and clinical guidanceOpportunities for professional growthCollaborative interdisciplinary team environmentMeaningful work with real patient impact

At Elite Home Health, you are not just providing care—you are leading clinical excellence in the home setting.