The Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care, conduct assessments, develop care plans, and collaborate with healthcare teams under RN supervision.
Requisition Number: 2365084
Explore opportunities with At Home Healthcare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members 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.
Under the direction of an RN, as the Registered Nurse Applicant you will assume nursing responsibility for the delivery of care to patients in the hospital. Continuously evaluate personal and professional performance and make necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You will strive for independence and strong sound decision making in delivery of health care and do so in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality of care and techniques. Develop the patient plan of care and implement treatment strategies that are based on scientific nursing theory related to self-care and that promote physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health.
Primary Responsibilities:
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:
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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $31.25 to $46.90 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
#LHCJobs
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. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
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.
Explore opportunities with At Home Healthcare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members 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.
Under the direction of an RN, as the Registered Nurse Applicant you will assume nursing responsibility for the delivery of care to patients in the hospital. Continuously evaluate personal and professional performance and make necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You will strive for independence and strong sound decision making in delivery of health care and do so in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality of care and techniques. Develop the patient plan of care and implement treatment strategies that are based on scientific nursing theory related to self-care and that promote physical, psychosocial, and spiritual health.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provides direct patient care for individuals with physical disabilities and chronic illnesses under RN supervision, utilizing the nursing process to deliver quality outcomes.
- Conducts comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, socio-cultural, spiritual) and develops individualized care plans aligned to patient needs and goals.
- Implements and adjusts care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support recovery and wellness.
- Administers medications, documents care activities, and monitors patient conditions in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Supports patient education, promotes independence and self-care, and responds effectively to emergencies while coordinating with the healthcare team for optimal outcomes.
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:
- Graduate from an accredited registered nurse program
- Current RN temporary work permit in the state of practice
- Knowledge of general nursing theory/practice
- CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $31.25 to $46.90 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
#LHCJobs
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. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
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.
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