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 Hospice Nurse Case Manager - Lithonia and Decatur, GA Service Area "Virtual - Norcross, Georgia, United States

   
Job information
Posted by: UnitedHealth Group 
Hiring entity type: Insurance 
Work authorization: Existing work authorization required for United States
Position type: Direct Hire, Full-Time 
Compensation: ******
Benefits: See below
Relocation: Not specified 
Position functions: Nursing - Case Management
Nursing - Clinic RN
 
Travel: Unspecified 
Accept candidates: from anywhere 
Languages: English - Fluent
 
Minimum education: See below 
Minimum years experience: See below 
Resumes accepted in: English
Cover letter: No cover letter requested
Job code: 523749 / Latpro-2496054 
Date posted: Jun-02-2013
State, Zip: Georgia, 30010

Description

Not sure if this role is for you?  View the Realistic Job Preview that is focused on the things that matter most to you: Hospice_RN_OptumHealth.pdf
 
We invite you to participate in the live webcast entitled, How to Determine the Optimum Time for Hospice Care Referral and Enrollment.
 
Please join us on Tuesday, June 11, 2013.
Noon-1:00 PM Eastern
11:00 AM-Noon Central
9:00-10:00 AM Pacific
 
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http://www.optumhealtheducation.com/130611-optimum-time-for-hospice-reg?utm_source=SubscriberMail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=June 11 Hospice Invite&utm_term=&utm_content=bb047e901f8c4f389cc7f1a8d1df0917
 
 
We are seeking a knowledgeable, compassionate RN to provide direct care to hospice patients in their homes or skilled nursing facilities. As the Hospice Case Manager, you would work with other healthcare professionals to determine the best overall care for your terminal patients (prognosis of 6 months or less). Additionally, you would provide emotional support to the patients' families. This position offers potential for growth, a friendly staff, and an opportunity to interact with patients and their families on a more personal level.
    
Responsibilities for the Hospice RN Case Manager include:
  • Conducting regular visits at home or skilled nursing facilities for a caseload of approximately 12 to 15 patients
  • Coordinating, assessing, and implementing patients' care
  • Providing accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect plans of care
  • Overseeing and participating in day to day clinical care of terminal patients and their families
  • Attending weekly interdisciplinary meetings
  • Interacting with other group members such as CNA's, LPN's, social workers and dieticians
  • Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of biohazard materials




Requirements

Qualifications:
  • RN licensure (current, unrestricted) in the state location of position
  • 3 years of clinical experience is required
Additional Assets Preferred:
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience in long-term care is a plus
  • Computer proficiency is a must
  • Background in home care and/or hospice care is highly preferred
 
OptumHealth is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.

OptumHealth helps nearly 60 million Americans live their lives to the fullest by educating them about their symptoms, conditions and treatments; helping them to navigate the system, finance their health care needs and stay on track with their health goals. No other business touches so many lives in such a positive way. And we do it all with every action focused on our shared values of Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation & Performance.

At OptumHealth, you will perform within an innovative culture that's focused on transformational change in the health care system. You will leverage your skills across a diverse and multi-faceted business. And you will make contributions that will have an impact that's greater than you've ever imagined.
 
 
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.

 

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