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:

Registered Nurse – Home Health

Branch: Metairie, LA | Schedule: M-F, 8-5 | Coverage: West bank South of the river Waggaman, Westwego, Marrero, Gretna, Belle Chasse, etc. all the way south

At Elara Caring, we believe the best place for care is where patients live. Every day, our dedicated teams provide high-quality, compassionate care to more than 60,000 patients in the comfort of their own homes. Wherever our patients are on their health journey, we care. Each team member plays a vital role in our mission — and as a Registered Nurse – Home Health, you’ll be at the heart of it.

If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something extraordinary, this is where your true calling begins.

Why Join the Elara Caring Mission?

Flexible schedules and work autonomy1:1 patient-centered careSupportive, collaborative team environmentCompetitive compensation and benefitsTuition reimbursement for full-time staff + continuing education opportunities for all employeesMedical, dental, and vision insurance plans401(k) with employer matchGenerous PTO, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement leavePet insurance

What You’ll Do as a Registered Nurse – Home Health

Ensure all activities align with the vision of Elara Caring leadership and Home Health team standardsProvide skilled nursing assessments and interventions based on patient/family needs, as documented in clinical records and interdisciplinary reportsManage a caseload by assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating individualized plans of careConduct initial evaluations and ongoing re-evaluations to identify physical, psychosocial, and environmental needsDeliver follow-up visits as appropriate to patient, family, or facility requirementsCommunicate significant findings, changes in condition, and safety concerns to the Clinical Supervisor, physician, facility staff, and care teamRevise care plans in response to patient needs and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for continuity of careProtect patient and staff privacy, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards

What You’ll Need

Current, unrestricted RN license (state-specific)Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience in a clinical care settingStrong clinical assessment and critical thinking skillsAbility and willingness to travel within branch/office coverage area (up to 50%)Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance (per state requirements)Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (preferred)Prior Home Health or Hospice experience (preferred)Experience with HomeCare HomeBase (preferred)

As a growing organization, we invite you to share your information with us for consideration for future career opportunities. This is an exciting chance to connect with our compassionate and dedicated team, who truly value your unique skills and experiences in delivering exceptional care to those we serve.

Reporting Structure

This position reports directly to the Clinical Manager or Clinical Supervisor.

Note: This job description provides a general overview and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities and requirements. A complete description will be available upon request.

We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.

Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.

At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.

This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to recruiting@elara.com.