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UnitedHealth Group · Baton Rouge, LA

# RN Pediatric Per Diem - Baton Rouge

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Listed on UnitedHealth Group’s official careers site. Posted November 9, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on UnitedHealth Group’s careers site →](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/baton-rouge/rn-pediatric-per-diem-baton-rouge/34088/103090916256)

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## Job description

Explore opportunities with Baton Rouge LA PCS, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here.

Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Per Diem Pediatric Registered Nurse you will provide and direct provisions of nursing care to patients in their homes as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. You will also coordinate 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.

### Primary Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality clinical services within scope of practice and infection control standards
- Coordinate care with other members of the patient/client's care team from admission to discharge
- Complete clinical nursing assessments per federal/state program requirements and payer needs
- Ensure patient/client eligibility and medical necessity for services as defined by payer and agency policy
- Develop and revise individualized plans of care/service plans with other community providers
- Ensure plan of care frequency and duration meets patient needs and initiate revisions with physician approval 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
- Master's Degree from a school of Social
- Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation State Specific Requirements: LA: RN licensure must have no restrictions At a minimum, one year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
- 1+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
- 1+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse may be waived for a Registered Nurse with recent clinical experience as an LPN.

### Preferred Qualifications

1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting Current 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 hourly pay for this role will range from $34.05 to $51.10 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. #LHCJobs At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone.

Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace.

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

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Nov 9, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 10, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 10, 2026
- Listed for: 1 day
- Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States
- Pay: {'@type': 'MonetaryAmount', 'currency': '', 'value': {'@type': 'QuantitativeValue', 'unitText': ''}}[Apply on UnitedHealth Group’s careers site →](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/baton-rouge/rn-pediatric-per-diem-baton-rouge/34088/103090916256)

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