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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

Wallingford, CT · On-site

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Travel Travel Home Health Registered Nurse (RN) - Wallingford, CT Seeking a Travel Registered Nurse ... Contract Length: 13 weeks * Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120 - $2,230 * On Call/Weekend Requirement:

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How much do contract home health rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract home health rn in Connecticut is $1,860.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,453.85 and $2,176.92 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract home health RN?

Contract Home Health RNs are registered nurses who provide medical care to patients in their homes, working on a contractual basis rather than as permanent employees. They typically assist with post-surgical care, medication management, wound care, and patient education, often for elderly or chronically ill patients. Contract RNs may work for staffing agencies or healthcare organizations, and their assignments can vary in length and location. This flexible work arrangement allows them to gain diverse experience while meeting the individualized needs of patients in a home setting.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a contract home health RN?

To thrive as a Contract Home Health RN, you need a valid RN license, clinical experience in home health care, and strong assessment and care planning skills. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR), remote patient monitoring tools, and compliance with Medicare/Medicaid documentation requirements is typical. Exceptional communication, independence, and time management are crucial soft skills for working autonomously in diverse home environments. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality care for patients while meeting regulatory and agency expectations.

What are common challenges faced by contract home health RNs and how can they be managed?

Contract Home Health RNs often encounter challenges such as managing a diverse caseload, adapting quickly to new patients and documentation systems, and working independently without immediate on-site support. Time management and organization skills are crucial, as you may visit multiple patients in a day and need to document care thoroughly. Building strong communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams helps ensure quality care and smooth transitions. Utilizing available resources and staying current with best practices can help you adapt and succeed in this dynamic role.

What is the difference between Contract Home Health Rn vs Contract Hospice Rn?

AspectContract Home Health RnContract Hospice Rn
CertificationsRN license, BLS, possibly OASIS trainingRN license, BLS, hospice care certification
Work EnvironmentPatient homes, outpatient settingsPatient homes, end-of-life care settings
Employer & Industry UsageHome health agencies, outpatient careHospice agencies, end-of-life care providers

Contract Home Health Rns and Contract Hospice Rns both provide in-home patient care but differ mainly in focus. Home health Rns handle a broad range of medical needs, while hospice Rns specialize in end-of-life care. Certifications overlap, but hospice Rns often require additional hospice-specific training. Work environments are similar, primarily patient homes, but the care approach varies based on patient needs and setting.

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Infographic showing various Contract Home Health Rn job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,762 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Home Health- Registered Nurse

Yale New Haven Health

Milford, CT • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Yale New Haven Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 232 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Registered Nurse Case Manager is responsible for admitting patients for home care services, developing the patient's plan of care, coordinating with the patient's provider and other disciplines for the provision of services, and ensuring the safe delivery of patient care.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
  • 1. Assesses/reassesses patients and establishes plans of care that are patient specific.
  • 2. Collaborates with providers, other disciplines, and communicates all changes promptly.
  • 3. Assesses payment sources and is responsible for ensuring ongoing authorizations as necessary.
  • 4. Educates and instructs patients/caregivers in their ongoing medical maintenance. Begins discharge planning on admission.
  • 5. Completes all documentation within 24 hours. Must include changes in condition, follow-up with provider or other disciplines with supporting documentation.
  • 6. Evaluation of patient progress and prompt action
  • 7. Oversight of LPNs and Home Health Aides.
  • 8. Schedules patients independently according to the individual plan of care.
  • 9. Attends all staff meetings, inservices, other required meetings. Compliance with all mandatory requirements.
  • 10. Follows policies and procedures.
  • 11. Thorough and accurate OASIS documentation.
  • 12. Coordinates and manages the care of patients receiving services in their home.
    • 12.1 Participates in case management conferences and documents per guidelines.
  • 13. Participates in after-hours, weekend, and holiday coverage as needed.
  • 14. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Nursing Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing. Bachelors in Nursing preferred.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting. Previous home care experience is desirable but not required.
LICENSURE
Registered Nurse with a valid (or eligible) Connecticut license required. A valid driver's license and proof of car insurance are required when using a personal vehicle for company business. Access to a dependable vehicle in order to travel to multiple stops a day. CPR certification is required and must be maintained. Candidates who do not have certification are required to obtain it within 3 months (90 days) of hire.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Excellent clinical knowledge, verbal/written skills, and organizational skills. Must be able to work independently. Able to competently assess patients' needs and follow through accordingly. Strong ability to work with providers and members of the multidisciplinary team.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Ability to perform tasks involving physical activity, which includes heavy lifting, extensive bending, administering CPR, patient bracing, standing, and stairs. Requires exposure to blood and body fluids, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases.
Additional Information
*The safety of our home care staff in the community is a top priority at Yale New Haven Health at Home! All of our staff have a Safety Alert GPS device, safety alert phone app and have access to an escort service if our security background check and comprehensive safety matrix meets criteria.
YNHHS Requisition ID
186166

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