Is it possible to do home health after being out of nursing??

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Specializes in surgical, ortho, critical care.

I need the advice of any of you home health nurses who have been in a similar situation. I was a RN for 14 years in acute care (mostly critical care), then became a stay-at-home mom for a little over 10 years. I took a refresher course to reactivate my license, but it didn't provide hands-on skills practice. I interviewed for a home health position recently and don't know if I'll get offered a position. Do you think it is possible for someone in my situation to be successful in home health with rusty skills? They are willing to train the right candidate. I love to learn and would work hard. Thanks for any advice you can share!!

Bakermama

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They say they are willing to train the right candidate. You're an RN with years of experience, I would think you have a better chance at getting the job than a nurse right out of school. If this employer doesn't offer you a job, apply at other home health agencies. One of them should scarf you up in one heartbeat. Good luck.

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I absolutely agree with caliotter3

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Specializes in surgical, ortho, critical care.

I appreciate your replies. It's a bit daunting to think of returning to the nursing workforce after being out of it so long! I would love to hear from any of you who have done this--were hired into home health after a long hiatus from nursing.

Bakermama

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