Latest Nursing and Nursing Support Jobs
$80,000 - $100,000 / year
Lead Registered Nurse Assisted Living Program (ALP) / LHCSA Position Overview The Lead RN is responsible for overseeing clinical operations, resident assessments, regulatory compliance, and nursing coordination within the Assisted Living Program (ALP) and Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA). This role ensures high-quality resident care, accurate documentation, staff oversight, and compliance with Department of Health (DOH) and organizational standards. Key Responsibilities Clinical Oversight & Resident Care Conduct in-person nursing assessments for new admissions, recertifications, significant change evaluations, and post-hospitalization returns Complete Start of Care, UAS assessments, reassessments, and care plan development Address urgent and emergent resident clinical needs and coordinate services as needed Complete fall risk, nutritional assessments, and ongoing chart audits Participate in DOH surveys, audits, and performance improvement initiatives Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely documentation in HCM, CompuCare, and state systems Upload and manage required resident documentation, certifications, and plans of care Ensure compliance with ALP/LHCSA regulations, policies, and assessment timelines Conduct quarterly chart audits and annual chart thinning Staff Oversight & Education Orient aides to residents and individualized Plans of Care Conduct aide supervisions, skills competencies, and annual compliance requirements Provide clinical education and re-education to caregiving staff as needed Review and sign off on duty sheets and care delivery Coordination & Communication Attend required nursing meetings (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly as applicable) Submit weekly Lead RN reports to leadership Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, case managers, providers, and leadership Manage HealtheConnections access, consents, and medical record retrieval Required Qualifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing Experience in assisted living, home care, long-term care, or related clinical settings Strong knowledge of resident assessments, care planning, and regulatory compliance Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation systems Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills Preferred Experience ALP and/or LHCSA experience Familiarity with UAS assessments, HCM, CompuCare, and DOH requirements Experience supervising and educating nursing and aide staff Work Schedule Full-time Mix of in-person assessments, administrative work, and meetings Why Join Us Leadership-focused nursing role Meaningful impact on resident care and clinical quality Collaborative clinical environment Opportunity to influence care standards and staff development Competitive salary, great atmosphere and the opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where patient care is the number one priority. Salaried position with benefits and paid time off. 40 hours per week Salary commensurate with experience. $80,000 - $100,000 
$70,832 - $106,248 / year
Explore opportunities with Mederi Caretenders Home Health, 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. This position is full time salaried position, working only Weekends Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Eligible for full time benefits The Registered Nurse in Home Health provides and directs provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. The Registered Nurse coordinates total plan of care with other health care professionals involved in care and helps to achieve and maintain continuity of patient care by planning and exchanging information with physician, agency personnel, patient, family, and community resources. All done within a Point of Care setting. Primary Responsibilities Develops, implements, and updates patient plans of care in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team; ensures home‑health eligibility and completes comprehensive nursing assessments (including OASIS and medication reconciliation). Provides and coordinates high‑quality clinical care; supervises and assigns tasks to home health aides and LPN/LVNs in compliance with state and federal regulations, including required supervisory visits. Accurately documents all patient care per policy and payer requirements; communicates timely with physicians, patients, families, and agency staff to ensure coordinated, effective care. Participates in orientation and precepting of new staff; contributes to performance improvement, survey readiness, patient safety initiatives, and reducing avoidable hospitalizations. Demonstrates professionalism through punctuality, positive attitude, ongoing learning, meeting deadlines, active meeting participation, adherence to agency standards, and participation in on‑call/weekend rotations. Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client 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 Current and unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation Preferred Qualifications 1+ years of clinical experience CPR Certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire 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 salary for this role will range from $70,832 to $106,248 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. #lhcjobs 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. $100,000 - $108,000 / year
Required Qualifications v Minimum requirements include the following: · A nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program. · Two years of experience as an LPN/RN. · Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs. v Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license. v Extensive knowledge of current standards of practice and the rules, regulations, and laws related to the long-term care industry. Ability to teach this knowledge to others. Major Duties and Responsibilities Participates in the completion of the facility assessment at least annually for determining the knowledge and skills required among staff to meet residents’ needs. Identifies and prioritize the facility’s educational needs through the completion of an educational needs assessment, based on the facility assessment. Works closely with the facility’s Compliance Officer and other leaders in developing a training plan that addresses all regulatory requirements and any other topics identified in the facility assessment and/or needs assessment. Develop educational calendars in accordance with the plan. Plans, schedules, conducts, and oversees orientation programs for all personnel. Develops, schedules, and directs refresher training, as necessary, for all personnel. Tracks attendance/completion of training to ensure that all required training is received by all personnel in a timely manner. Reviews educational content to ensure the information reflects current standards of practice and facility policies and procedures. Develops or revises content as needed. Utilizes outside resources for content development, such as consultants, content experts, or electronic learning systems. Collaborates with department managers for developing competencies required for meeting residents’ needs. Assists with evaluating competencies, depending on the knowledge-based, technical, or behavioral nature of the competency. Cooperates with the Administrator during routine evaluation of the training program’s effectiveness. Schedules trainings with flexibility to ensure limited disruption of resident care, and ample opportunity for staff to attend. Posts notices of trainings in advance. Maintains all training records, reports, instructional materials, and speaker qualifications related to each educational program. Provides opportunities for staff to obtain continuing education credits for maintaining certifications/licensure. Maintains all documentation related to continuing education. Maintains attendance records and individual training records in accordance with facility policy. Additional Assigned Tasks v Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights. v Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines. v Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. v Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. v Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer. v Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations. v Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. v Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan. v Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor. v Follows established infection control policies and procedures. v As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency. v Remains current on new developments by attending professional institutions, reading professional journals, attending professional seminars, or reading new laws, rules, and regulations. v Assists with admission, discharge, or care of residents as needed. v Uses proper lifting and body mechanics while delivering care to residents. v Performs administrative duties as assigned. v Serves on, participates in, and attends facility, departmental, or committee meetings as required or appointed. v Assists with developing and adhering to an education budget. Keeps Administrator informed of any resource or equipment needs. v Assists the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing in developing the Nurse Aide Training Curriculum used by the facility (if applicable). Submits to state agency as required. Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements v Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. v Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work. v Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. v Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. v Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. v Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition. v Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. v Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. v Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases. v Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. v Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. v Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. v May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants. v Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis. v May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel. v Ability to work independently, and to organize, plan, and manage time effectively to complete assignments. v Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices, and ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to meet resident needs. v Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement. v Strong listening skills and ability to deal with conflict with professionalism and courtesy. v Intermediate computer skills, including ability to create documents in various programs (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe), and navigate electronic medical record systems. v Positive interpersonal relationship skills, including with persons of all ages and cultures. 
Browse All Jobs → 
