RN Case Manager

UnitedHealth Group•Beaufort, SC

18h•$71,677 - $107,516

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. 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 involves patient assessments, care planning and coordination, referrals, patient education, supervision of LPNs and HHAs, timely documentation, communication with the clinical manager and care team, staff education, and assigned on-call responsibilities. You will also participate in clinical development and continuing education programs. The annual total cash target pay range is $71,677–$107,516, with a per-visit-point rate of $41.35–$62.03 and an hourly rate of $34.46–$51.69. Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity. Compensation includes per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities, and may vary based on factors such as local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 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 for work.
At least 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments and collaborate with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
Make referrals to other disciplines based on the patient's 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 assigned on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families.
Participate in clinical development and continuing education programs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Guide patients and families through the care continuum by assessing needs, coordinating care, supporting discharge and transition planning, and managing ongoing outpatient care.
Provide education, coaching, and treatment-decision support and collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker.