RN Registered Nurse Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Griffin, GA

5h•$75,450 - $113,174

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. In this role, the Nurse Case Manager 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, provides education, coaching, and treatment-decision support, and collaborates with a Care Advocate and Social Worker. The role includes patient assessment and care planning, referrals and coordination with other disciplines, patient teaching and rehabilitation support, supervision of LPNs and HHAs, and timely documentation. The nurse also communicates patient progress to the clinical manager and care team, provides staff education, performs assigned on-call responsibilities, and participates in clinical development and continuing education. Other duties may be assigned. The stated annual total cash target pay range is $75,450–$113,174, with per-visit-point compensation of $43.53–$65.29 and an hourly rate of $36.27–$54.41. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. The annual total cash estimate assumes full-time work at 40 hours per week and full productivity. Benefits are 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.
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 the patient's identified needs, or document the rationale for not doing so.
Promote patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, helping patients learn self-care techniques.
Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Regularly communicate patient progress 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.