Registered Nurse/ Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Lancaster, PA

6d•$75,450 - $113,174

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Registered Nurse role serves Lancaster County or York County. 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 role includes patient assessments and care planning, referrals, patient education and support for self-care and independence, and supervision of LPNs and HHAs. It also involves timely documentation, communication with the clinical manager and care team, staff education, assigned on-call responsibilities, and participation in clinical development and continuing education. The annual total cash target pay range is $75,450–$113,174, assuming full-time employment at 40 weekly hours and full productivity. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. The stated rates are $43.53–$65.29 per visit point and $36.27–$54.41 per hour. Pay may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits 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 to work in.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Makes referrals to other disciplines based on the patient's identified needs, or documents the rationale for not doing so.
Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, helping patients learn self-care techniques.
Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
Completes documentation accurately and on time.
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.