RN Case Manager FT

UnitedHealth Group•Hinesville, GA

16h•$67,905 - $101,857

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The RN Case Manager guides 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, the role helps ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care and provides education, coaching, and treatment-decision support while collaborating with a Care Advocate and Social Worker. This is a full-time role. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. The listed annual total cash target pay assumes full-time employment at 40 hours per week and full productivity. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to external candidates. 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.
At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Assess patients and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Make referrals to other disciplines based on patients’ identified needs, or document the rationale for not making referrals.
Promote patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, including helping patients learn self-care techniques.
Supervise LPNs and HHAs.
Complete documentation accurately and on time.
Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
Plan and provide staff education.
Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families as assigned.
Participate in clinical development and continuing education programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.