Home Health Registered Nurse

Explore Future Opportunities with Optimal Care

Optimal Care is growing, and we’re looking to connect with talented individuals who may be a great fit for our organization. We invite you to submit your resume so we can learn more about your experience and the type of role you're looking for. Whether the time is now or in the future, we will keep you in mind for opportunities that align with your skills and background.

About The Role

Practice nursing with the autonomy, time, and patient connection to make a meaningful impact every day. As a Home Health Registered Nurse (RN)

, you'll provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes, supporting recovery, chronic disease management, and overall health and independence.

You'll manage patients from start of care through discharge

, conducting nursing assessments, developing individualized plans of care, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes and build lasting relationships with patients and families.

Location & Travel Requirements

Primary Service Area:

Southern Grand Rapids and surrounding communities

Office:

Grand Rapids

Travel Requirements:

This position requires daily travel throughout the assigned service area.

Care Settings:

Assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and patient homes.

Transportation:

Reliable personal transportation, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance are required

Schedule & Hours

Full-Time:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Weekend on-call rotation

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program: Associate Degree ASN or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing BSN.

Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.

Minimum of one year of clinical experience as a licensed Registered Nurse.

Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.

Ability and willingness to travel daily to provide home health nursing visits within the assigned service area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous home health nursing.
• OASIS certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Experience with patient education, chronic disease management, medication management, and care coordination.
• Essential Skills and Competencies
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency in OASIS documentation and care planning
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Effective communication and teaching skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfort working in diverse home and facility environments
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making capabilities
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payor requirements
• Skilled Nursing | Patient Care | Field Nursing | Weekdays | Day Shift | 1st Shift | Chronic Disease Management | Home Health RN | RN | Registered Nurse | Home Healthcare | Home Health Care

Pay Range

• $76,000 — $86,000 USD
• How We Care for You
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full Time
• Part Time/Per Diem also accrue Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

ID and Fraud Protection

And more...

Optimal C are is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.

Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.

As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.

We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

We live a simple Mission:

Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.