Hospice Afterhours RN

UnitedHealth Group; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Afterhours Registered Nurse in Olympia, WA, to deliver comprehensive hospice care after hours, including nights and weekends. The role requires active RN licensure in WA and entails triage calls, in-home visits, and patient/family support.

The position offers full-time hours with a competitive salary range, plus a benefits package. A valid driver’s license and CPR certification are preferred or obtainable within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• 1+ years of clinical experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage patient needs over the phone until an in-person visit by a nurse.
• Respond urgently to after-hours crisis calls from patients and families.
• Make initial nursing evaluation to determine hospice eligibility within 48 hours of referral.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Crisis triage

Education

RN licensure (unrestricted)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

About This Role

As the Afterhours Registered Nurse, your primary focus is to conduct comprehensive and timely delivery of hospice care for patients and their families after regular business hours, including at night and on weekends.

Highlights

• Location: Olympia, WA
• Schedule: Full Time
• Pay: $78,288 - $117,432 annually

What You'll Do

• Triage patient needs over the phone until a nurse can provide an in-person visit
• Respond appropriately and with urgency to crisis calls from patients and families afterhours
• Make the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services within 48 hours of referral if assigned
• Perform afterhours visits including admission visits, death visits, recertification visits, and routine visits
• Identify the patient/family's physical, psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs and reassess them as needed, no less than every 15 days
• Document problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
• Function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Requirements

Education:

• Current unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice

Experience:

• 1+ years of clinical experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution

About UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone.