Remote Hospice Triage Nurse (RN) Afterhours

UnitedHealth Group; Williamsburg (VA); Remote; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Hospice Afterhours Triage Nurse (RN) to coordinate after-hours hospice care and ensure continuity of care when centers are closed. You will perform skilled telephonic assessments, educate patients and caregivers, and coordinate with on-call staff to arrange visits and supplies.

Applicants must hold an active RN license, with 1+ year experience, and comfort with EHR and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license in practice state(s) including NLC eligibility when applicable.
• 1+ years of RN experience.
• Comfort with technology including EHR, email, internet and MS Office.
• Knowledge of needs of terminally ill patients and their caregivers.
• Ability to conduct effective clinical assessments and make nursing judgments via telephone.
• Strong critical-thinking, multitasking, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to afterhours hospice calls, assess needs, and determine appropriate support.
• Conduct skilled telephonic assessments using plan of care and EHR.
• Provide patient and caregiver education, hospice guidance, and symptom management.
• Coordinate with on-call staff, pharmacies, DME vendors and other agencies to facilitate visits and continuity of care.
• Document assessments and interventions accurately and in real time per policy and regs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license

Telephonic triage

Technology proficiency

EHR

Microsoft Office

Empathy and communication

Travel willingness

Spanish-speaking (preferred)

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Records)

Microsoft Office

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Hospice Afterhours Triage Nurse (RN) to coordinate after-hours hospice care and ensure continuity of care when centers are closed. You will perform skilled telephonic assessments, educate patients and caregivers, and coordinate with on-call staff to arrange visits and supplies.

Applicants must hold an active RN license, with 1+ year experience, and comfort with EHR and Microsoft Office.