Home Health Registered Nurse — Suffolk Territory

Job overview

The Home Health Registered Nurse — Suffolk Territory role is an onsite position based in Chesapeake, Virginia, serving the Suffolk territory. The stated annual total cash target pay is $82,000–$88,000; the posting also lists $41.35–$62.03 per visit point and an hourly rate of $39.00–$42.00. Amedisys, part of the Optum family, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services that help people receive care at home. The nurse assesses patients, develops and implements care plans with the care team, makes referrals based on patient needs, and promotes health and independence through teaching and self-care support. The role coordinates ongoing care and communicates patient progress to support appropriate care at home.

What you'll do

• Assess patients and collaborate on care plans
• make referrals as indicated
• teach self-care and provide appropriate rehabilitative measures
• supervise LPNs and HHAs
• document care
• communicate patient progress
• plan and provide staff education
• perform assigned on-call responsibilities
• participate in clinical development and continuing education.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

home health registered nurse

registered nurse

suffolk territory

chesapeake va

optum

amedisys

$82,000–$88,000/year

$39–$42/hour

home health

patient assessments

on-call responsibilities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

Why this role

Home health care in the Suffolk territory; compensation includes per-visit-point and hourly pay, depending on work performed.

About the employer

Optum is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.