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Home Health Clinical Triage Specialist - PRN - Weekends - Lafayette Home Office

Optum, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Home Health Clinical Triage Specialist - PRN - Weekends - Lafayette Home Office at Optum

Explore opportunities with Shared Services, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As part 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.

Primary Responsibilities

Receive calls from patients and/or family members and respond appropriately, assessing problems focusing on the delivery of high quality, patient‑focused, compassionate care

Assess patient status and intervene as indicated by the patient's condition and established protocols

Timely and accurate documentation of calls received within the electronic medical records system, including processing of workflow associated with the clinical record

Apply knowledge of basic triage protocols and best practices to guide and address the needs of patients in a crisis situation

Coordinate with the agency on‑call nurses to deliver high quality nursing care and schedule nursing assessments as required in a timely manner to meet the needs of patients and families

Ensure appropriate education regarding all updates/processes in the electronic medical record, relative state and federal regulations, documentation processes and needs by attending mandatory educational offerings and in‑services

Facilitate orientation of new personnel as assigned

Exhibit exemplary and timely communication skills when assessing or educating patients/caregivers, performing telephone triage, or collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals

Serve as a consistent example of dedication to patient advocacy, customer service, integrity, and superlative nursing practice

Required Qualifications

Current, unrestrictive Registered Nurse licensed in all states of practice

2+ years RN experience

1+ years of direct patient care in a hospice, home health, or oncology setting

Ability to work flexible hours and independently

Driver's License and access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

Registered Nurse Compact licensure

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 $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Other

Industries Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income—deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.

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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