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Home Health Registered Nurse PRN

Elara Caring · Huntley, IL · Part time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed a change in a patient's condition before it became serious.

What they are checking: Whether they have strong assessment skills and act on early warning signs.

Tell me about a time you supported a family through a hard diagnosis.

What they are checking: Whether they bring compassion to emotional moments in a patient's home.

Why does PRN home health work suit you right now?

What they are checking: Whether their availability and goals match a flexible, as-needed role.

What would you do

This is a PRN role covering areas like Carlinville, Litchfield and Springfield. How would you make sure you're ready when you're called in?

What they are checking: Whether they can be flexible and reliable as an as-needed nurse.

How do you pick up a patient you've never met when another nurse has been seeing them?

What they are checking: Whether they review the chart and plan of care so care stays consistent.

A patient refuses their medication during your visit. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they respect patient rights while educating and reporting to the physician.

How do you handle a visit in a rural area where the patient's home is far from help?

What they are checking: Whether they plan for safety and emergencies when working alone far from support.

About the work

Walk me through a routine revisit for a diabetic patient with a foot wound.

What they are checking: Whether they can assess, treat and teach during a typical home visit.

What do you document after each visit, and why does it matter in home health?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that documentation supports care, compliance and reimbursement.

How comfortable are you with OASIS assessments and electronic charting in the field?

What they are checking: Whether they can document accurately on mobile devices during busy days.

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The full job description

As published by Elara Caring.

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. Job Description: To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care, we need a Registered Nurse Home Health with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! We are looking for an experienced Home Health RN to support the Rockford, IL area and surrounding communities on a PRN basis. Prior home health experience is required for this position. As a Registered Nurse Home Health , you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways: • Assessing patients to determine their care needs. • Completing initial and ongoing patient assessments. • Protecting patient and staff privacy in accordance with HIPAA. • Providing nursing care according to the plan of care and physician orders. • Monitoring patient conditions and reporting changes to the care team. • Educating patients and families on their care and safety. • Taking appropriate action when patient conditions change. • Helping ensure quality, safe, and continuous patient care. What is Required? • Current State license as a Registered Nurse. • Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, Associates or Baccalaureate School of Nursing. • 1+ year of experience as a nurse in a clinical care setting. • Home Health experience is preferred, but not required. • Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment • Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. What's in it for you? • Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance • 401(K) with employer match • Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost • Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement • Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement. * Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status. The base salary for this position is $55 dollars per point based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com. Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

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