Baylor Registered Nurse Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Cookeville, TN

13d•$67,905 - $101,857

About The Position

As a Nurse Case Manager, you will guide 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, you will help ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care; provide education, coaching, and treatment-decision support; and collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker. The position includes patient assessments and care planning, referrals to other disciplines, patient education and rehabilitative support, supervision of LPNs and HHAs, timely documentation, and communication with the clinical manager and care team. You will also plan and provide staff education, perform assigned on-call services, and participate in clinical development and continuing education. The stated annual total cash target pay is $67,905–$101,857, with compensation also described as $39.18–$58.76 per visit point and $32.65–$48.97 per hour. Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity. Compensation combines per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities, and varies based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits mentioned include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by patient needs or documents the rationale for not doing so.
Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, including teaching self-care techniques.
Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
Completes documentation timely and accurately.
Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
Plans and provides staff education.
Performs assigned on-call responsibilities and provides on-call services to patients and families.
Participates in clinical development and continuing education programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.