RN Case Manager Hospice 10K Sign on Bonus

UnitedHealth Group•Woburn, MA

1d•$91,540 - $137,310

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The RN Case Manager coordinates compassionate, individualized hospice care by assessing patients, partnering with the interdisciplinary care team, and developing plans that support each patient’s needs. Patient coverage territories include Peabody, Danvers, Beverly, Lynn, Marblehead, Rockport, and Ipswich. The role includes performing patient assessments; collaborating with the care team to develop and implement plans of care; making referrals to other hospice disciplines as needed; maintaining accurate and timely patient progress records; tracking pain and symptom management changes and outcomes; teaching patients, families, and caregivers appropriate care techniques; communicating regularly with the clinical manager and care team; and performing assigned on-call responsibilities and services. Other duties may be assigned. External candidates are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The annual salary range is $91,540 to $137,310 based on full-time employment and may vary based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and 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 or states assigned for work.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
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.
Refer patients to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or document the rationale for not doing so.
Develop, prepare, and maintain individualized patient care progress records accurately and promptly, in accordance with care center policies.
Record pain and symptom management changes and outcomes as appropriate.
Teach patients, families, and caregivers appropriate patient care techniques.
Communicate regularly with the clinical manager and care team.
Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.