Home Infusion RN - Part Time

Optum; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 39,950 - 71,635; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid door-to-door travel

Mileage reimbursement

Generous PTO

Monthly bonus

Comprehensive training

1:1 patient care

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Home Infusion Nurse to deliver one-on-one, skilled clinical care in patients' homes or ambulatory infusion sites. This role offers true autonomy, a flexible schedule, and the opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients and caregivers while delivering life‑changing therapies.

You will have the support of a multidisciplinary care team, comprehensive training, and the resources you need to provide safe, effective infusion care.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license in WA.
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to start.
• 1+ year RN experience in infusion or IV therapy.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with care team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with 80 mile service radius.

Responsibilities

• Travel to patient homes and related sites using personal or rental vehicle.
• Provide safe and compliant infusion services per policies and physician orders.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships; educate on self-care.
• Assess home infusion suitability including safety and caregiver support.
• Document medical histories, assessments, plans of care, visit notes, and discharge summaries.
• Deliver skilled nursing care across ages per physician orders.
• Manage vascular access devices including IVs and ports.
• Administer medications and monitor reactions, vital signs, and labs.
• Communicate patient status with physicians, pharmacists, and care team.
• Assist in staff orientation and training as requested.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Independent work

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

Teaching skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license WA

Tools

EMR platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

You’ll have the support of a multidisciplinary care team, comprehensive training, and the resources you need to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate infusion care.

In This Role, You Will:

• Learn more about our Home Infusion Pharmacy: Optum Infusion Pharmacy
• Work approx 20 hours per week M-F
• Travel within a 2 hour radius of Moses Lake WA deliver care in patient homes or designated sites

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

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

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 WA
• Current BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain prior to start
• 1+ years of RN experience in a clinical setting supporting infusion or IV therapy (e.g., ICU, Med Surg, ED, PACU)
• Proven ability to work independently with solid clinical judgment and effective interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to cover an 80 mile service radius while working up to 40 hours per week

Preferred Qualifications:

• Home infusion experience
• Knowledge of Infusion Nursing Society (INS) standards
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and EMR platforms
• 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 $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.