RN - Hospice

Optum; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartlite Hospice, part of the Optum family, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to evaluate patients for hospice eligibility and coordinate care in the Calhoun, GA area. You will assess physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and develop care plans in collaboration with families and physicians.

This role requires an active RN license in the state, CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• 1+ years of clinical experience.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Current driver’s license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

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 reassesses 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.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

RN licensure

Job description

Overview

Explore opportunities with Heartlite Hospice, 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. 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 reassesses 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

Required Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice
• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Current CPR Certification
• Current driver’s license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to work independently
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills

Compensation and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $78,000 - $90,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all applicable wage laws.

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Equal Employment Opportunity and Compliance

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone—of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.