Registered Nurse- Home Health

Optum; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 51,866 - 77,765; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentives and recognition programs

401(k) contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide and direct nursing care to patients in their homes, ensuring high-quality clinical services. You will collaborate with other healthcare professionals and develop individualized care plans while working within your scope of practice.

The ideal candidate will have a current RN license in California and over 1 year of experience in professional nursing. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $37.65 to $56.45, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid RN license in California and experience in nursing.
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills are essential.
• Willingness to work independently and provide high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct nursing care to patients at home.
• Coordinate care with healthcare professionals involved in the plan.
• Complete nursing assessments as per program requirements.
• Ensure patient eligibility and medical necessity for services.

Skills

Clinical services

Coordination of care

Good communication skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Education

Current and unrestricted RN licensure in California

1+ years of experience in professional nursing

Job description

Explore opportunities with Assured Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Registered Nurse you will provide and direct nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and agency policies. You will coordinate the total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care, and help achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physicians, agency personnel, patients, families, and community resources.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards
• Coordinate care with other members of the patient/client's care team from admission to discharge
• Complete clinical nursing assessments per federal/state program requirements and payer needs
• Ensure patient/client eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer and agency policy
• Develop and revise individualized plans of care/service plans with other community providers
• Ensure plan of care frequency and duration meets patient needs and initiate revisions with physician approval
• Function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of California
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

State Specific Requirements

• CA: 1+ years of experience in professional nursing

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• 1+ years of RN experience
• Able to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $37.65 to $56.45 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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.