RN Hospice Nurse Case Manager

UnitedHealth Group•East Hartford, CT

6d•$87,560 - $131,340

About The Position

As an RN Case Manager, you’ll coordinate compassionate, individualized hospice care by assessing patients, partnering with the interdisciplinary care team, and developing plans that support each patient’s needs. The role is with Beacon Hospice, part of the LHC Group and Optum family of businesses, which provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. Care is delivered where patients feel most comfortable: at home. The role includes on-call responsibilities and services to patients and families as assigned. The position offers a salary range of $87,560 to $131,340 annually based on full-time employment. Benefits and incentives include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and a 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) of assignment.
Current CPR certification.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Must 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 individualized patient care progress records accurately and promptly, in accordance with 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.