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How much do visiting nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for visiting nurse in Delaware is $93,205.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,100.00 and $105,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a visiting nurse?

Visiting nurses are registered nurses who provide medical care and support to patients in their homes. They assist with a variety of healthcare needs, such as administering medications, wound care, monitoring vital signs, and educating patients and families about health management. Visiting nurses play a key role in helping patients recover from illness or surgery, manage chronic conditions, and maintain independence outside of a hospital setting. Their work allows patients to receive professional care in the comfort of their own homes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a visiting nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Visiting Nurse, you need a solid background in clinical nursing, patient assessment, and care planning, typically supported by an RN license and experience in home health care. Familiarity with portable medical equipment, electronic health records (EHRs), and sometimes telehealth platforms is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, independence, and adaptability enable effective communication and care in diverse home environments. These skills ensure safe, personalized patient care and efficient coordination while working autonomously in community settings.

How does a visiting nurse typically coordinate care with other healthcare professionals?

As a visiting nurse, you will regularly collaborate with physicians, social workers, physical therapists, and other members of the healthcare team to develop and update patient care plans. This coordination often involves participating in interdisciplinary meetings, maintaining clear and timely documentation, and communicating changes in patients’ conditions. Effective teamwork ensures that patients receive comprehensive and consistent care at home, while also allowing nurses to access support and expertise from other professionals. Building strong relationships with both colleagues and patients’ families is essential for delivering high-quality outcomes.

What is the difference between Visiting Nurse vs Home Health Aide?

AspectVisiting NurseHome Health Aide
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with additional certificationsNo formal healthcare credentials required, often certified as a Home Health Aide (HHA)
Work EnvironmentProvides skilled nursing care in patients' homesAssists with daily living activities in patients' homes
Employer & IndustryHospitals, home health agencies, clinicsHome health agencies, assisted living facilities
Common TasksAdministering medications, wound care, health assessmentsPersonal care, light housekeeping, companionship

Visiting Nurses are licensed RNs providing skilled medical care, while Home Health Aides assist with daily activities without requiring formal healthcare credentials. Both roles serve patients in home settings but differ significantly in responsibilities and qualifications.

How much do visiting nurses make in the US?

Visiting nurses in the US typically earn an average annual salary of around $70,000, though wages can range from approximately $50,000 to $90,000 depending on experience, location, and certifications. They often work in home healthcare settings and may need to be licensed and trained in patient care and medical procedures.
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Infographic showing various Visiting Nurse job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,205 per year, or $44.8 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) Home Care Visits, PRN

Interim Delaware

Smyrna, DE • On-site

Per diem

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Home Care Visits. Interim Healthcare of Delaware

Interim Healthcare is seeking Registered Nurses (RN) for home care visits throughout the State of Delaware.

We have multiple opportunities for nurses to make supplemental income doing routine nursing care visits.  This entails seeing a client in their home or group personal setting and performing a nursing visit following specific MD orders.  Some examples of the visits we do on a daily basis are: diabetes oversight in which we check the blood sugar and administer insulin if ordered, foley catheter changes, bolus tube feedings, wound care, trach care, medication administration.  We also have visits where the nurse goes out to the home on a weekly basis and fills the client’s medication box and calls in refills when needed. Some visits are time specific, and some are flexible; we can work with you on building a schedule!

Benefits of working with Interim Healthcare of Delaware:

  • Make your own schedule based on your availability
  • Short commute times – we match you with cases near your home to minimize travel
  • Flexible assignments which allow you to work on cases of interest based on your preferred care activities
  • Rewards program earning Interim Points for strong performance.  Spend your Interim Points on clothes, electronics, kitchenware, gift cards and more from the Interim Catalogue!
  • Referral bonus program
  • Visit rates TBD
  • Weekly pay with the option of Direct Deposit
  • A positive, supportive and stable work environment with the tools you need for your job. We invest in our nurses!
  • Great experience with a reputable agency focused on strong culture and professionalism
  • Your safety and well-being are our top priorities. Interim supplies its nurses with PPE, comprehensive prevention protocol and close monitoring of COVID-19 developments

Essential Functions of a Registered Nurse (RN):

  • Counsels and educates the patient and family in meeting healthcare and related needs
  • Completes timely and accurate clinical notes including addressing patient’s progress
  • Communicates with the physician and other staff of changes in the patient’s needs.
  • Able to perform CPR
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • Trach and Vent experience a PLUS (immediate openings)
  • IV and Infusion experience a PLUS (immediate openings)
  • Pediatric experience a PLUS (immediate openings)

Requirements of Registered Nurse (RN):

  • Appropriate license to practice in the State of Delaware
  • At least six (6) months experience within the last five (5) years working in a hospital, home care or nursing personal setting within the United States
  • CPR certified
  • Negative TB test result
  • Pass a background check
  • Provide two (2) professional references
  • Able to travel to cases as assigned
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
  • Meets the requirements of federal and/or state criminal and abuse background checks

Interim Healthcare of Delaware is a per diem agency providing the flexible assignments you need to fit your life and priorities.  That kind of stability, combined with our commitment to integrity, makes Interim Healthcare of Delaware your perfect career partner.  As Delaware’s largest independently owned provider of home care and healthcare staffing, we have the right assignment to fit your life’s needs, and the opportunities that will help you grow and thrive as a professional caregiver in this booming healthcare industry.