Registered Nurse - Hospice,
UnitedHealth Group · Knoxville, TN · Yesterday
Healthcare$60k–$107k/yrFull-time
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
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
- Able 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
Pay & 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 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
- The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment.
- We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.