Home Infusion RN

UnitedHealth Group; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid drive time

Mileage reimbursement

Paid PTO

Bonus opportunity

Training

401k

Job summary

Optum, a part of UnitedHealth Group, is hiring a Home Infusion Nurse in Missouri. You will provide one-on-one skilled clinical care at patients’ homes or ambulatory infusion sites, delivering therapy with autonomy on a flexible schedule.

Travel within a defined radius, building meaningful patient connections and ensuring safe, compliant care. The role offers paid drive time, mileage reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package with a monthly bonus opportunity and extensive training to

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license in MO
• MO or Compact RN license
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to start
• 2+ years of RN experience in infusion or IV therapy
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Travel to patient homes and related sites using a personal or rental vehicle
• Provide safe and compliant infusion services per policies and orders
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and caregivers, including education on self-care
• Assess home safety, caregiver support, and patient independence for infusion therapy
• Obtain and maintain patient medical histories, assessments, and plans of care
• Deliver skilled nursing care per physician orders and treatment plans
• Establish and access vascular devices (IVs, PICCs, ports)
• Administer medications and monitor responses, including reactions and labs
• Communicate patient status promptly with the care team
• Assist in staff orientation and training as requested

Skills

RN license MO

Compact license

BLS/CPR

Infusion nursing

Independent work

Tools

EMR platforms

Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

At Optum, we're more than a global organization delivering care-we're a team united by a shared mission: helping people live healthier lives through compassionate service, innovative technology, and meaningful human connection. The work you do here will directly impact patient well-being by ensuring they receive the therapies, support, and resources they need to thrive.

Home Infusion Nurse - Partner With Patients. Practice With Purpose.

As a Home Infusion Nurse, you'll provide one-on-one, skilled clinical care to patients where they feel most comfortable - at home or in an ambulatory infusion suite. This role offers true autonomy, a flexible schedule, and the opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients and caregivers while delivering life-changing therapies.

In This Role, You Will:

• Learn more about our Home Infusion Pharmacy: Optum Infusion Pharmacy
• Full Time, M-F 40 hours (drive time is includes in the hours)
• Paid Drive time and Mileage
• Travel within a certain radius to deliver care in patient homes or designated ambulatory infusion sites located in St. Louis

Primary Responsibilities:

• Travel to patient homes and related sites using a personal or rental vehicle in accordance with company travel policies
• Provide safe and compliant infusion services in accordance with Optum Infusion Pharmacy policies, protocols, and physician orders
• Establish and maintain positive therapeutic relationships with patients and caregivers, including education on self-care and self-administration
• Assess patient suitability for home infusion therapy, including home safety, caregiver support, and patient independence
• Obtain and maintain accurate patient medical histories, clinical assessments, and all required documentation, including plans of care, visit notes, medication profiles, and discharge summaries
• Deliver skilled nursing care across a range of patient ages and conditions based on physician orders and treatment plans
• Establish, access, and maintain vascular devices, including peripheral IVs, PICC lines, tunneled catheters, and implanted ports
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses, including managing infusion reactions, vital signs, side effects, and lab collection
• Communicate patient status and therapy response promptly with physicians, pharmacists, supervisors, and other care team members
• Assist in staff orientation and training, serving as a clinical educator and resource as requested

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Beyond the meaningful impact you make every day, you'll enjoy:
• Paid Door-to-Door - Time and mileage fully compensated
• Mileage reimbursement in alignment with IRS Standard mileage rates
• Generous Benefits include accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Monthly performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive training ensures you feel confident with every therapy before administering care
• 1:1 patient connection, allowing you to see the difference your nursing care makes firsthand

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of MO
• MO or Compact RN license
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to start
• 2+ years of RN experience in a clinical setting supporting infusion or IV therapy (e.g., ICU, Med Surg, ED, PACU)
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to cover an 80 mile service radius of the Phoenix West Valley while working 30+ hours a week Wed-Sat

Preferred Qualifications:

• Home infusion experience
• IL RN License or willing to get it if hired
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and EMR platforms
• Knowledge of Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards
• Understanding of HIPAA, OSHA, and home infusion accreditation guidelines
• Proven solid communication, organization, critical thinking, and teaching skills

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29 - $52 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.