Registered Nurse for Home Health Care in Brownsville, WI

Discover a rewarding career with Almost Family, part of LHC Group, a top provider of post-acute care partnering with hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of every individual, including our dedicated team members who forge meaningful connections with patients, their families, and communities. Join us in fostering a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

In the role of Registered Nurse, you will provide essential nursing care to patients in their homes, as per physician directives and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. You will play a vital role in coordinating comprehensive care alongside other health care professionals, ensuring continuity throughout the patient's care journey by communicating effectively with physicians, agency staff, patients, families, and community resources.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver top-tier clinical services within your scope of practice, adhering to infection control standards.
• Collaborate with the patient's care team to coordinate care from admission to discharge.
• Conduct clinical nursing assessments in alignment with federal/state program requirements and payer specifications.
• Verify patient eligibility and medical necessity for services as per payer and agency policies.
• Create and adjust individualized care plans with partner community providers.
• Ensure the frequency and duration of care plans effectively meet patient needs, initiating revisions with physician approval.

Your efforts will be recognized in an environment designed to challenge you and support your success in your current role, alongside opportunities for personal and professional growth in other areas.

Required Qualifications:
• Valid and unrestricted RN licensure in the practicing state.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable access to transportation.
• Active CPR certification.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse home situations, regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or client financial status.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Over 1 year of RN experience.
• Capable of independent work.
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational abilities.

We offer a competitive compensation package based on various factors including local labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. In addition to salary, enjoy comprehensive benefits, including incentive programs, a stock purchase plan, and 401k contributions (subject to eligibility requirements). Regardless of when you start your journey with us, you'll have access to a wide array of benefits and recognition opportunities.

Our mission at UnitedHealth Group is to empower individuals to live healthier lives and enhance the health system for everyone. We believe that every person, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income, deserves the opportunity to achieve optimal health. However, systemic barriers persist that disproportionately affect marginalized communities and those with lower incomes. We are dedicated to addressing these disparities, promoting environmental sustainability, and providing equitable care that improves health outcomes, positioning it as a core priority within our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any protected characteristic under local, state, or federal laws. As a drug-free workplace, candidates will be required to pass a drug test prior to commencing employment.