Home Health Nurse First Visit Checklist

Title:

Home Health Nurse First Visit Checklist – A Practical Guide for Day One Success

Description:

Starting a new role as a home health nurse can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. This First Visit Checklist is designed to guide new and transitioning nurses through their very first home health visit with clarity and confidence.

This easy-to-follow, printable checklist covers everything from essential supplies and tech prep to patient interactions and documentation tips. Whether you're entering home health for the first time or mentoring someone who is, this tool ensures no critical step is missed on day one.

What’s Inside:

✔️ Personal essentials to bring

✔️ Must-have medical supplies

✔️ EMR and documentation readiness

✔️ Pre-visit planning steps

✔️ In-home patient engagement tips

✔️ Post-visit documentation reminders

✔️ Space to add your own notes

Perfect For:

• New home health nurses

• Nursing students entering community care

• Mentors and nurse educators

• Nurses transitioning from hospital to home care

Start your journey with confidence and preparation. Download, print, and bring this checklist with you on every visit.