Registered Nurse

Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc. is currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their team in a field-based capacity. The organisation focuses on enabling patients to maintain their independence within the comfort of their own homes by providing tailored, high-quality healthcare interventions. Unlike standard administrative or office-based nursing positions, this role requires a proactive professional who is comfortable travelling to various locations to deliver direct patient care.

About the role

This is a field-based, per diem position that prioritises clinical autonomy and patient-centred care. The successful candidate will act as a vital link between the patient, their family, and the broader healthcare team. Because this is not a telehealth or work-from-home role, you will spend the majority of your time on the road, visiting patients to conduct assessments, administer treatments, and manage their individual care journeys. You will be responsible for ensuring that the care delivered is safe, evidence-based, and aligned with the patient’s recovery goals.

Your core responsibility will be to manage the health needs of patients in their home environments. This involves a high level of critical thinking and the ability to adapt to varying home setups while maintaining a professional standard of care. Key duties include:

• Conducting thorough initial and ongoing physical and clinical assessments to monitor patient progress.
• Developing and updating individualised nursing care plans that incorporate preventive and rehabilitative strategies.
• Administering medications and treatments precisely according to physician orders.
• Educating patients and their caregivers on disease management, safety, and daily health routines.
• Serving as a case manager, which involves coordinating care between physicians, community professionals, and the patient’s support network.
• Supervising and evaluating the quality of care provided by home health aides to ensure consistency.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring clear, timely communication regarding any changes in patient condition.
• Participating in discharge planning to ensure patients have the necessary support and equipment as they transition through their healthcare journey.

What they're looking for

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated nurse who thrives when working independently. You must possess a solid foundation in clinical practice and be comfortable handling the physical demands of home-based nursing, including patient transfers and moving medical equipment.

• A formal qualification from an accredited nursing school.
• A minimum of one to two years of recent experience in an acute care institutional setting.
• A valid, active Registered Nurse license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s licence, as significant travel is required.
• Exceptional assessment skills, clinical judgement, and the ability to articulate complex health information to non-medical family members.

In the South African context, home nursing roles often offer a unique growth path for registered nurses looking to move away from the high-pressure environment of private hospitals. While the salary for such positions varies depending on the province and the intensity of the caseload, nursing professionals in the private sector can typically expect competitive hourly rates or monthly salaries ranging from R25,000 to R40,000 depending on experience and specialty. Common employers include private nursing agencies, hospice organisations, and medical schemes that offer "hospital-at-home" initiatives. This type of work is ideal for nurses seeking to develop their case management skills and gain experience in community-based public health.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in California.
• At least 1–2 years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle insured in accordance with state and organizational requirements.
• Excellent observation and clinical assessment skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills and basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform nursing duties according to established competency requirements.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate patient care responsibilities.
• Ability to perform the physical duties associated with patient care, including prolonged standing or walking, lifting supplies and equipment, and assisting with patient positioning or transfers, with applicable accommodations.