Registered Nurse / RN

Optum; Point Pleasant (WV); On-site; USD 67,905 - 101,857; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) contributions

Equity stock purchase option

Recognition programs

Job summary

Optum is seeking a qualified RN to join their home health team in Point Pleasant. You will develop and implement patient care plans, supervise aides, and ensure high-quality clinical services.

The ideal candidate should possess strong documentation and communication skills, and have at least 1 year of experience in home health. A current RN license is required.

Compensation includes an annual total cash target of $67,905 - $101,857 along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and unrestricted RN license.
• Must have a driver's license and access to transportation.
• 1+ years of home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop, and implement care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Supervise home health aide care and provide necessary instruction.
• Conduct nursing evaluation visits to ensure eligibility for home health.
• Document patient visits accurately per agency policy.

Skills

Clinical Competence

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice

Job description

Overview

Explore opportunities with Pleasant Valley Home Health, a part of LHC Group, dedicated to helping patients in their homes. We value a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Location

Service Area: Mason County

Primary Responsibilities

• Clinical Competence
  • Initiate, develop, implement, and revise the plan of care in collaboration with the physician and other healthcare professionals.
  • Supervise care provided by home health aides and licensed practical/vocational nurses, provide instruction, and assign tasks according to state and federal regulations.
  • Provide required supervisory visits.
• Documentation and Care Delivery
  • Provide high-quality clinical services within the scope of practice and infection control standards, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other team members.
  • Complete comprehensive assessments (OASIS) including medication reconciliation accurately and timely.
  • Document patient visits per policy and payer requirements, and sync data timely per LHC policy.
• Quality
  • Conduct initial and/or comprehensive nursing evaluation visits, ensuring patients meet home health eligibility and medical necessity guidelines.
  • Communicate relevant information timely and effectively with agency staff, including patient care issues, visit assignments, schedule changes, orders, OASIS data sets, coding requests, and coordination with other clinicians.
  • Communicate timely and effectively with physicians, patients, and family members to ensure quality care and service excellence.
• Teamwork
  • Takes direction from Clinical Director and Executive Director professionally and completes assigned tasks timely, including required learning.
  • Assists in the orientation of new agency personnel and serves as a preceptor to other staff and students.
  • Participates in survey readiness activities, performance improvement plans, and works to reduce unnecessary patient hospitalizations, improve patient safety, and implement processes and best practices.
  • Participates in on-call and weekend rotation as needed to meet patient needs.
  • Adheres to and participates in the agency's utilization management model.
• Ability to 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 practice.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• 1+ years of home health experience.
• Ability to work independently.
• Solid communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Compensation

• Annual total cash target pay: $67,905 - $101,857.
• Per visit point pay: $32.65 - $48.97.
• Hourly rate: $39.18 - $58.76.
• Compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and may increase based on productivity and performance.
• Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.

Drug-Testing Policy

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