Registered Nurse – Hospice
UnitedHealth Group•Baton Rouge, LA
•$85,073 - $103,978
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Hospice Registered Nurse provides compassionate, patient-centered care by assessing patient needs, coordinating individualized care plans, managing symptoms, educating families, and collaborating with the clinical team. The role includes on-call responsibilities and services as assigned.
Requirements
- Current RN license specific to the state(s) assigned.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial nursing assessments for new admissions.
- Complete, coordinate, and revise the total plan of care, maintaining continuity by collaborating with appropriate staff.
- Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team.
- Develop, prepare, and maintain accurate, timely individualized patient care progress records in accordance with care center policies.
- Record changes and outcomes related to pain and symptom management as appropriate.
- Educate families about the patient’s condition, needs, and care.
- Refer patients to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or document the rationale for not doing so.
- Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401(k) contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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