RN Case Manager - Southeast Phoenix

UnitedHealth Group•Phoenix, AZ

8h•$71,677 - $107,516

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, provides education, coaching, and treatment-decision support, and collaborates with a Care Advocate and Social Worker. The position includes patient assessments and care planning, referrals and patient education, supervision of LPNs and HHAs, accurate documentation, communication with the clinical manager and care team, staff education, and on-call responsibilities as assigned. The role also participates in clinical development and continuing education programs. Compensation is listed as an annual total cash target pay range of $71,677–$107,516, 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 at 40 hours per week and full productivity. The position’s compensation combines per-visit-point pay for visits and hourly pay for certain non-visit activities. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state or states assigned.
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 according to identified patient needs, or document the rationale for not making referrals.
Promote patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures, including teaching 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.