RN Hospice Nurse

UnitedHealth Group•Sweetwater, TN

4d•$71,640 - $107,460

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The RN Case Manager coordinates compassionate, individualized hospice care by assessing patients, working with the interdisciplinary care team, and developing plans that support each patient’s needs. The role includes patient and family education, accurate clinical documentation, symptom management records, and assigned on-call services. The position offers a salary range of $71,640 to $107,460 annually based on full-time employment, subject to factors such as local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Current RN license specific to the state or states where assigned to work.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Assess patients 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 making referrals.
Develop, prepare, and maintain individualized patient care progress records accurately and promptly according to care center policies.
Record changes and outcomes related to pain and symptom management, as appropriate.
Teach patients, families, and caregivers appropriate patient care techniques.
Communicate regularly with the clinical manager and care team.
Perform assigned on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families.
Perform other duties as assigned.