Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse – Home Health

Illinois Home Health, part of LHC Group, provides post‑acute care in patients’ homes. As a Registered Nurse, you will provide and direct nursing care, coordinate care plans, and ensure compliance with laws and agency policies.

• Clinical Competence
  • Initiate, develop, implement, and revise the plan of care in collaboration with the physician and other health care professionals.
  • Supervise care provided by home health aides and licensed practical/vocational nurses, provide instruction, and assign tasks according to State and federal regulations.
  • Provide required supervisory visits.
• Documentation and Care Delivery
  • Provide high‑quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards, coordinating with other team members.
  • Complete comprehensive assessments (OASIS) including medication reconciliation accurately and timely.
  • Document patient visits per policy and payer requirements, and sync timely per LHC policy.
• Quality & Teamwork
  • Make initial and comprehensive nursing evaluation visits, ensuring patients meet eligibility and medical necessity.
  • Communicate timely and effectively with agency staff, physicians, patients, and family members.
  • Take direction from Clinical Director and Executive Director, completing assigned tasks timely.
  • Assist in orientation of new personnel, serve as preceptor, and participate in survey readiness and performance improvement activities.
  • Participate in on‑call and weekend rotations as needed.
  • Adhere to the agency's utilization management model.
• Function in any home situation regardless of client background.

• Current and unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
• Current valid Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to work independently.
• Solid communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Target Pay: $79,222 – $118,833

Per Visit Point Pay Range: $38.09 – $57.13

Hourly Pay Range: $45.71 – $68.56

Annual total cash compensation assumes full‑time employment (40 hours weekly). Compensation includes per visit point and hourly rates; benefits and bonuses may vary by location and performance.

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

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.