Part-Time Weekend Hospice RN Case Manager

Optum; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Part-Time RN Case Manager for weekend days to oversee hospice patient care within the Plan of Care. You will evaluate performance, collaborate with a team of professionals, and implement treatment strategies to promote holistic well-being.

Strong RN licensure and reliable transportation are required. LA-specific rules apply, with 2+ years RN experience and potential substitution for hospice-registered experience.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• LA state requirements: 2+ years of full-time RN experience; hospice RN substitution rules described.

Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services within 48 hours of referral.
• Identifies the patient/family needs and reassesses at least every 15 days.
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care.
• Documents problems, goals, interventions, and patient/family response.
• Collaborates with patient/family, physicians and IDG members in daily care.
• Instructs and supervises patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate.

Skills

RN licensure

Driver's license

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Part-Time RN Case Manager for weekend days to oversee hospice patient care within the Plan of Care. You will evaluate performance, collaborate with a team of professionals, and implement treatment strategies to promote holistic well-being.

Strong RN licensure and reliable transportation are required. LA-specific rules apply, with 2+ years RN experience and potential substitution for hospice-registered experience.