PRN Registered Nurse Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Burlington, NC

5d•$71,677 - $107,516

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The PRN Registered Nurse coordinates and oversees patients’ home care in collaboration with care teams, developing and implementing individualized care plans. The role includes assessing patients, providing skilled nursing care, educating families, documenting care, and communicating patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team. The position supervises LPNs and HHAs and may include other duties as assigned. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities, such as orientation. The stated annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity; actual compensation depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state or states assigned.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of clinical experience as a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee all aspects of patients’ home care.
Collaborate with patient care teams to develop and implement care plans.
Educate families on patients’ conditions, needs, and care.
Perform head-to-toe physical assessments.
Check vital signs and manage medications.
Give injections, provide IV therapy, or provide tube feedings.
Administer and maintain catheters.
Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager, physician, and care team.
Perform other duties as assigned.