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Weekend RN,

UnitedHealth Group

Waynesville, North Carolina

$67k–$101k/yr

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Posted Aug 6, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 11, 2026

What this might mean for you

The posted pay pencils out to roughly $67k–$101k a year. The schedule rotates — ask early how far out they post it; that answer tells you a lot.

What the posting states

Base pay
salary for this role will range from $67,104 to $100,656 annually
Shift
Rotating

About this role

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Explore opportunities with Home Care Services of Haywood Regional Hospital, 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. 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 $67,104 to $100,656 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.

Skills for this role

Patient Care

Requirements

  • clinical experience

Benefits

  • comprehensive benefits package
  • incentive and recognition programs
  • equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

About the employer

UnitedHealth Group
Hiring organization

UnitedHealth Group is a major healthcare and well-being company operating through segments including UnitedHealthcare and Optum. The organization's mission centers on helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone. In the Philadelphia, PA area,…

4.2 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Remote and multi-state work opportunities available for nursing professionals
  • Mission-driven organization focused on community health and removing barriers to care
  • Diverse nursing career paths including direct care, coordination, and management roles

What reviewers flag

  • Regulatory compliance and NCQA accreditation responsibilities may add administrative burden to nursing roles
  • Productivity and outcome metric management across teams may create performance pressure
  • Large corporate structure may involve multiple layers of supervision and coordination
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Living in Waynesville, NC

Tucked in the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina, Waynesville offers small-town charm with a walkable Main Street lined with local shops and cafes. Nurses who love outdoor recreation will find hiking, fishing, and scenic drives just minutes away. Asheville is a short drive east for bigger-city amenities. A relaxed, nature-forward setting for those seeking a slower pace.

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State price level · North Carolina
94.3
6% below the national average

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities

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Worth asking

The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.

  • Can you walk me through the differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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