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Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Care | Hybrid Office + Field

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Location: Merrillville, IN
Position Type: Full Time - hourly
Req ID: 2515483
Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Care | Hybrid Office + Field
Infusion, Wound Care & Clinical Evaluations
BrightStar Care of Lake County – Merrillville, IN
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Up to $45/hr
 
Immediate Opening – Fast-Track Hiring Available
 
Looking for More than PRN visits?
 
BrightStar of Lake County is seeking an experienced and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) for a full -time hybrid role combining skilled field nursing with office-based clinical support.  
 
This role is ideal for an RN who is confident with:

-Skilled nursing assessments and evaluations

-Infusion therapy

-Wound care management

-Care planning and Clinical oversight

Unlike typical PRN home care roles, this position offers consistent week day hours, long-term patient relationships, and the opportunity to grow into clinical leadership or case management.

 
RN Responsibilities
 
Skilled Field Nursing

-Perform nursing assessments, admissions, reassessments, and supervisory visits

-Provide skilled nursing care in patients' homes

-Perform wound care and monitor healing progress

-Manage and support infusion therapy cases

-Identify changes in patient condition and communicate appropriately

-Educate patients and families on medications, treatments and ongoing care needs

-Develop, implement and update individualized care plans

Office / Clinical Support Duties:

-Review clinical documentation for accuracy and compliance

-Process and track physician orders

-Conduct caregiver skills assessments and competency evaluations

-Assist with caregiver on-boarding and orientation 

-Collaborate with scheduling and leadership to ensure continuity of care

-Communicate proactively with the Director of Nursing regarding patient and staff needs

 
What We’re Looking 
 
We are seeking a clinically strong RN who is:

-Compassionate and patient-focused

-Organized and detail oriented

-Comfortable working independently

-Skilled in documentation and clinical communication

-Dependable, accountable, and professional

-Interested in long-term growth within a supportive clinical team

 
Requirements 

-Active, unrestricted Indiana RN license

-CPR certification

-Valid driver's license and auto insurance

-Negative TB test or chest x-ray

-Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and assist with patient mobility

-Home care, infusion, wound care or supervisory experience preferred

 

Pay & Benefits

-Up to $45/hour based on experience

-Monday - Friday schedule

-Occasional weekends or on-call support as needed

-Weekly pay with direct deposit

-401 (k) with employer match

-Paid time off

-Health, dental, and vision insurance available for employees working 20+ hours/week

 
Additional Benefits 

-Vitable Health (for eligible team members):

-$0 copay primary care (in-person and virtual)

-$0 copay mental health therapy and life coaching

-Nearly 1,000 prescriptions at $0 cost

-Coverage for entire household ZayZoon

 
Pay on Demand: 

-Access earned wages instantly

-No waiting for standard payroll

 

About BrightStar Care of Lake County

BrightStar Care is a nurse-led home care agency focused on clinical excellence and employee support. Our leadership team understands nursing and is committed to providing a positive, collaborative work environment where nurses are respected and supported.
 
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If you are an RN looking for a stable full-time role with meaningful patient care and growth opportunities, we encourage you to apply today.
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