Registered Nurse

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide clinical oversight, nursing supervision, and delegation for our in-home care services. The RN will play a key role in ensuring safe, high-quality, client-centered care while maintaining compliance with Oregon Health Authority (OHA) In-Home Care Agency Rules and Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) requirements.

This position is ideal for an RN who enjoys working independently, supporting caregivers and clients, and serving as a clinical resource within a collaborative home care environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight & Nursing Delegation

• Provide nursing supervision and clinical oversight of caregivers and CNAs.
• Perform nursing delegation in accordance with OSBN requirements.
• Assess clients to determine the appropriateness of delegated nursing tasks.
• Provide instruction, supervision, and follow-up for delegated tasks.
• Conduct reassessments as required based on client condition and delegation requirements.
• Ensure caregivers perform assigned tasks safely and within their scope of practice.

Client Assessment & Care Coordination

• Conduct initial and ongoing nursing assessments as required.
• Participate in the development and review of service plans when nursing involvement is indicated.
• Monitor changes in client condition and respond appropriately to health concerns.
• Communicate with clients, families, healthcare providers, and agency staff regarding care needs.
• Provide clinical guidance that promotes safe, individualized, and client-centered care.

Training & Staff Support

• Provide education and training related to delegated nursing tasks.
• Participate in staff orientation and competency evaluations.
• Serve as a clinical resource for caregivers, CNAs, and administrative staff.
• Promote infection control, safety, and best practices in home care.

Quality Assurance & Risk Management

• Participate in the agency's Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• Review incidents, complaints, and clinical concerns for trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support corrective actions and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote client safety, dignity, privacy, and rights.

Communication & Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the Administrator regarding clinical operations and regulatory compliance.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, families, staff, healthcare providers, and regulators.
• Represent the agency with professionalism, integrity, and respect.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current, active Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Understanding of client rights, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and fitness determination.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound clinical judgment.
• Ability to educate, supervise, and support unlicensed caregivers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in home care, in-home care, home health, hospice, or long-term care.
• Previous experience with nursing delegation and caregiver supervision.
• Familiarity with OHA licensing, surveys, inspections, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with QAPI or quality improvement programs.
• Training or experience in chronic disease management, dementia care, or palliative care.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to educate and supervise unlicensed staff.
• Strong understanding of scope of practice and nursing delegation.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Professional judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond appropriately to urgent situations.
• Commitment to client-centered care, safety, dignity, and independence.

Why Join Our Team?

We are committed to providing compassionate, reliable, and individualized care that helps clients remain safe and comfortable in their own homes. As our RN, you will have an important role in supporting both our clients and the caregivers who serve them while helping us maintain the highest standards of clinical quality and compliance.

Pay: From $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule