RN Case Manager Hospice

UnitedHealth Group•Chesapeake, VA

6d•$75,620 - $113,430

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. The role includes on-call responsibilities and services as assigned. The organization describes a culture of caring, connecting, and growing, and offers development opportunities for other roles. Pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. The salary range is $75,620 to $113,430 annually based on full-time employment. Benefits and incentives 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.
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.
Make referrals to other hospice care disciplines as needed, or document the rationale for not doing so.
Develop, prepare, and maintain accurate, timely, individualized patient care progress records according to care center policies.
Record pain and symptom management changes and outcomes as appropriate.
Teach patients, families, and caregivers appropriate patient care techniques.
Regularly communicate 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.