RN Registered Nurse Home Health
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. In this home health nursing role, 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 and coaching, support treatment decisions, and collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker. The position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates. The role includes a combination of per-visit-point compensation for patient visits and hourly compensation for certain non-visit activities. The listed annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity. Compensation may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Current RN license specific to the state(s) assigned for work.
- At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
- Make referrals to other disciplines based on the patient's identified needs, or document the rationale for not making referrals.
- 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.
- Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
- Plan and provide staff education.
- Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
- Participate in clinical development and continuing education programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401(k) contribution
- $7,500 sign-on bonus for external candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
