Hospice RN Case Manager — Caring, Coordinated Care

UnitedHealth Group; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's hospice division is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager in Merritt Island, FL. You will manage the Plan of Care, collaborate with the IDG, and support patients and families with compassionate, evidence-based nursing.

Responsibilities include initial eligibility evaluations within 48 hours, ongoing assessments every 15 days, care plan initiation, documentation, and patient/family education.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• 1+ years of clinical experience (preferred).
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within 48 hours of referral.
• Identifies patient/family needs and reassesses regularly, no less than every 15 days.
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care.
• Documents problems, goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care.
• Collaborates with patient/family, attending physician and IDG members for daily care.
• Instructs and supervises patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.
• Maintains accurate clinical notes on patient condition.

Skills

Clinical experience

CPR certification

Education

RN licensure (state)

Driver's license

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's hospice division is seeking a Registered Nurse Case Manager in Merritt Island, FL. You will manage the Plan of Care, collaborate with the IDG, and support patients and families with compassionate, evidence-based nursing.

Responsibilities include initial eligibility evaluations within 48 hours, ongoing assessments every 15 days, care plan initiation, documentation, and patient/family education.