RN Home Health - Weekend Schedule
UnitedHealth Group•Scottdale, PA
•$75,450 - $95,000
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. In this role, the Nurse 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 nurse 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.
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.
- 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 disciplines based on identified patient 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 in a timely manner.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
