Registered Nurse - Field Assessor
Optum
Santa Barbara, California
$39.45/hr
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Last seen active Aug 4, 2026
What the posting states
- Base pay
- $39.45/hr
About this role
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Requirements
- 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 in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client; 1+ years of RN experience (preferred); Able to work independently; Good communication, writing, and organizational skills; Drug screening required
Benefits
- This position is not eligible for benefits.
About the employer
Optum is a health services company and a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, one of the largest healthcare and well-being companies in the world. Optum focuses on making healthcare easier, more affordable, and more connected by integrating services such as doctor…
What reviewers appreciate
- Clear sense of organizational purpose focused on improving healthcare accessibility and affordability
- Time and location flexibility, particularly for field-based and care coordination nursing roles
- Opportunities to learn new things and work with integrated technology platforms
What reviewers flag
- Job security and advancement opportunities rated relatively low at 3.0 out of 5 by employees
- Management quality rated 3.0 out of 5, suggesting room for improvement in leadership
- Employees report areas for improvement in trust in colleagues and sense of belonging
Living in Santa Barbara, CA
Nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific, Santa Barbara blends Spanish colonial architecture with a laid-back coastal rhythm. State Street anchors downtown with shops and eateries, while nearby beaches offer easy off-shift decompression. The year-round Mediterranean climate keeps outdoor living front and center.
- Metro price level · Santa Barbara area
- 108.8
- 9% above the national average
- Median gross rent
- $2,413/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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- 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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