RN Registered Nurse Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Athens, TN

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Registered Nurse Home Health role serves patients in McMinn and Meigs Counties. The nurse guides patients and families through the care continuum by assessing needs, coordinating care, supporting discharge and transition planning, and managing ongoing outpatient care. Under the supervision of an RN or MD, the nurse helps ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care and provides education, coaching, and treatment-decision support while collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker. This full-time position has a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for patient visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. The posting lists pay ranges as “xx - xx” for annual total cash target pay, per-visit-point rate, and hourly rate, without numerical values. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state or states assigned.
At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Make referrals to other disciplines as indicated by patient needs, or document the rationale for not making a referral.
Promote patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, including helping patients learn self-care techniques.
Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Communicate patient progress regularly to the clinical manager and care team.
Plan and provide staff education.
Perform assigned on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families.
Participate in clinical development and continuing education programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.