Location & Practice Overview

This home care RN role is based in Columbus, Ohio. Care is provided entirely in the patient’s private residence, supported by a local Maxim Healthcare office that supplies clinical and administrative resources to field nurses.

Care Setting Private residential homes in the Columbus area
Practice Type Home-based private duty and skilled nursing
Service Area Columbus, OH and nearby communities
Operational Support Dedicated local office with clinical oversight

Responsibilities

  • Provide skilled nursing care in the patient’s home
  • Monitor the patient’s condition and respond to clinical changes
  • Administer treatments and medications as ordered
  • Coordinate with families and the interdisciplinary care team
  • Educate patients and caregivers on home care needs and self-management

The nurse serves as the primary clinical provider for one assigned patient during each shift, documenting observations and communicating updates to the supervising team.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must possess current credentials that allow independent practice in a home care setting.

License
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
Certification
Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
Experience
One or more years preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is paid hourly with weekly direct deposit. Benefit eligibility depends on employment status (full-time, part-time, or PRN).

  • Hourly rate of $30–$37
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Paid time off and sick time where applicable
  • Employee discount programs and ongoing training

Schedule & Work Environment

Primary Focus Weekend coverage
Employment Options Full-time, part-time, and PRN
Shift Options Day, evening, and overnight depending on the assigned case
Scheduling Flexible options built around nurse availability
Assignment Style Consistent patient cases

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Nurses may be assigned to adult or pediatric patients who need ongoing skilled nursing support at home due to chronic or acute conditions and disabilities.

Age Groups Adult and pediatric patients
Clinical Needs Chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities
Care Environment Private home requiring continuous or intermittent skilled nursing
Acuity Varies by individual case

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical work centers on skilled nursing delivered one-to-one in the home, including ongoing assessment, treatment administration, and caregiver education.

Core Service Private duty and skilled nursing in the home
Assessment Focus Continuous monitoring of patient condition
Treatment Focus Administration of ordered treatments and medications
Caregiver Support Education on home care techniques and condition management

Role Highlights

This position is organized around a single-patient assignment model within the home care setting.

  • One-to-one care focused on a single assigned patient
  • Consistent case assignments rather than rotating variable hours
  • Weekend-focused coverage with additional day, evening, and overnight options based on case needs
  • Flexible scheduling options that can align with individual availability

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has provided home-based care for more than 30 years. Services include private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care, and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Local offices support field clinicians across the communities they serve.

Organization Type Home healthcare and private duty nursing provider
Years of Operation More than 30 years
Service Lines Private duty nursing, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, companion, respite, and behavioral care
Equal Opportunity Maxim Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this position require only weekend shifts?
The role is focused on weekend coverage. Day, evening, and overnight shifts may also be available depending on the specific patient assignment. Full-time, part-time, and PRN options are offered.
Will I be assigned more than one patient at a time?
No. The model is one-to-one, so the nurse provides care for a single assigned patient during the shift.
Are pediatric cases available in addition to adult cases?
Yes. Both adult and pediatric home care opportunities are available, with matching based on the nurse’s experience and current open cases.
How stable are the patient assignments?
Assignments are structured as consistent cases so the nurse typically remains with the same patient for the duration of that case rather than seeking new hours each week.
What support is available while working in a patient’s home?
Nurses have access to a dedicated local office and clinical support team that provides oversight and assistance during home care shifts.
Do benefits differ by employment status?
Yes. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are offered based on whether the nurse works full-time, part-time, or PRN.

RN Homecare - Weekends in Columbus, OH

This RN Homecare - Weekends position with Maxim Healthcare Services in Columbus, Ohio centers on one-to-one skilled nursing delivered in patients’ private homes. The role emphasizes weekend coverage while also offering day, evening, and overnight shifts depending on the assigned case. Nurses monitor patient condition, administer treatments and medications, educate caregivers, and coordinate with the care team while focusing on a single patient. Adult and pediatric home care cases are available. Full-time, part-time, and PRN options exist with flexible scheduling. Compensation is $30–$37 per hour with weekly direct deposit; medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off are available according to employment status. Candidates need an active RN license and current BLS certification; one year of experience is preferred. Local clinical and office support is provided to field nurses. This home care RN opportunity is suited to nurses seeking a single-patient home-care model with flexible scheduling around personal availability.

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