RN- Heartlite Hospice Dalton

UnitedHealth Group; LaFayette (GA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase plan

401(k) contributions

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Registered Nurse for hospice services in LaFayette, Georgia. This role involves making initial nursing evaluations, coordinating care plans, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Candidates must possess a current RN license, demonstrate compassion and the ability to assess and fulfill patient needs. The position offers a salary range from $71,640 to $107,460 annually, alongside an extensive benefits package including equity stock purchase and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current nursing license in Georgia.
• Use a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Ability to perform clinical evaluations in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Make initial nursing evaluations for hospice services.
• Identify and reassess patient and family needs regularly.
• Coordinate and initiate plans of care.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Patient Care

Clinical Evaluation

Collaboration

Education

Current and unrestricted RN licensure

Job description

Explore Opportunities

Explore opportunities with Heartlite Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As a member 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.

Primary Responsibilities

• Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within forty‑eight (48) hours of referral
• Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re‑assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days
• Initiates and coordinates the plan of care
• Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
• Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily
• Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self‑care techniques when appropriate
• Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
• You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

Pay and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $71,640 to $107,460 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.

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.

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