RN PEDs Private Duty - Nights - Forrest , AR

RN PEDs Private Duty - Nights - Forrest City, AR

Optum is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide private duty services at patients' homes. The role is part of the Arkansas Community-Based Services program, a component of LHC Group, dedicated to delivering compassionate care across community settings.

Key responsibilities include delivering nursing care as prescribed, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and agency policies.

• Provide high‑quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards.
• Coordinate care with the patient’s care team from admission to discharge.
• Complete clinical nursing assessments per federal/state program requirements and payer needs.
• Ensure patient eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer and agency policy.
• Develop and revise individualized plans of care with other community providers.
• Ensure plan of care frequency and duration meet patient needs and initiate revisions with physician approval.

• Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to function effectively in any home situation, regardless of client characteristics.

• At least 1 year of RN experience.
• Strong independence and self‑management skills.
• Excellent communication, writing and organizational skills.

The hourly pay for this full‑time position ranges from $28.27 to $50.48, based on local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications and other factors. Benefits include a comprehensive package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, 401(k) contribution, and more.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

United Health 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.

United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.