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Home Health Registered Nurse RN - Full Time

PurposeCare logoPurposeCareJoliet, ILFull TimeAdded today
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open home health nurse jobs in Illinois post a median of $47.50 an hour, the middle half $39–$51.38, across 53 jobs that state their pay. Home health nurses employed in Illinois earn a median of $46.15 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Registered Nurse (RN) - Full Time

Home Health

Flexible Schedule | Autonomy | One Patient at a Time | Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Are you an experienced Home Health RN looking for more flexibility, greater autonomy, and the opportunity to truly focus on your patients instead of the hospital pace?

At PurposeCare , we believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional clinicians.

As one of the Midwest's fastest-growing providers of Home Health and Home Care services, we're looking for compassionate Registered Nurses who enjoy building relationships, working independently, and helping patients safely recover in the comfort of their own homes.

If you're looking for a role where you're trusted as a clinical professional, supported by an experienced leadership team, and able to make a lasting impact on patients and families every day, we'd love to meet you.

Why Home Health?

Home Health offers something many nurses are searching for:

✔ More flexibility in your day

✔ Greater autonomy and independence

✔ One-on-one patient relationships

✔ The opportunity to see the direct impact of your care

✔ Variety in your day instead of caring for multiple patients simultaneously

✔ The ability to educate patients and families while helping prevent unnecessary hospitalizations

If you enjoy critical thinking, relationship building, and practicing nursing with greater independence, Home Health may be exactly what you're looking for.

What You'll Do

As a Home Health RN, you'll oversee a caseload of patients within your assigned territory while partnering with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver exceptional care.

Responsibilities include

  • Complete comprehensive Start of Care, Resumption of Care, and Recertification assessments.
  • Develop individualized care plans that support patient goals and independence.
  • Coordinate care with physicians, therapists, social workers, and caregivers.
  • Educate patients and families on disease management, medications, and safety.
  • Complete timely documentation and OASIS assessments.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as clinical needs change.
  • Supervise Home Health Aides and collaborate with LPNs as appropriate.
  • Participate in case conferences and interdisciplinary care planning.
  • Help improve patient outcomes while maintaining compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation and agency quality standards.

What Makes PurposeCare Different?

At PurposeCare, our nurses are supported by dedicated teams focused on helping them provide exceptional patient care.

You'll partner with

  • Clinical Leadership
  • Quality & Compliance
  • Intake & Scheduling
  • Therapy Services
  • Home Care Teams
  • Operations Leadership

We believe clinicians should be able to focus on what they do best - caring for patients.

We're Looking For

The ideal candidate has

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Minimum of one year of recent Home Health experience
  • Strong knowledge of OASIS documentation and Medicare regulations
  • Excellent assessment and clinical decision-making skills
  • Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
  • Passion for delivering patient-centered care in the home setting

Why Nurses Join PurposeCare

We know you have options.

Many of our nurses choose PurposeCare because they value:

  • A flexible work environment
  • Independence and autonomy
  • Supportive clinical leadership
  • Competitive compensation
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Opportunities for professional growth
  • The ability to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day

About PurposeCare

PurposeCare is one of the Midwest's leading providers of Home Health and Home Care services, serving communities across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio .

Our mission is simple:

Bringing Healthcare Home.

Every day, our clinicians help patients recover, maintain independence, and improve their quality of life - all from the comfort of home.

If you're ready to join an organization that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Are you searching for a Purpose ? PurposeCare is Bringing Healthcare Home, and we want you to join our family

PurposeCare is a leading provider of home care and home health services in the Midwest and provides home-based care services to more than 3,000 clients a month carefully coordinated to keep clients healthy and safe at home. With excellent caregivers and innovative technology, PurposeCare ensures that our most vulnerable are provided with the support necessary to live full lives in their community. Your Care is Our Purpose.

As a growing company we provide

  • A rewarding career making a difference, changing lives & communities
  • Schedule Flexibility
  • Ongoing growth, training & professional development
  • Mentor, on-call & referral programs
  • Opportunity to apply for positions at our other PurposeCare locations

From PurposeCare's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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