Transplant Nurse Case Manager RN - Remote Nationwide

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As a Telephonic Transplant Nurse Case Manager RN, you will drive positive outcomes by supporting a diverse member population with education, advocacy and the connections to the resources they need. -This is a telecommute / work from home position. -Shift: -Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm. - Shift requires some days to be worked until 7pm as neededIf you are located in East or Central Time Zone, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:

• Making outbound calls to assess members' current health status
• Identifying gaps or barriers in treatment plans
• Providing patient education to assist with self-management
• Interacting with Medical Directors on challenging cases
• Coordinating care for members
• Making referrals to outside sources
• Coordinating services as needed (home health, DME, etc.)
• Educating members on disease processes
• Encouraging members to make healthy lifestyle changes
• Documenting and tracking findings
• Utilizing Milliman criteria to determine if patients are in the correct hospital setting
• Making welcome home calls to ensure that discharged member receive the necessary services and resourcesThis position will require active and unrestricted Nursing licensure in multiple US States. -Selected candidate must be willing and able to obtain and maintain multiple state licensure. (Application fees and filing costs paid for by UHG) - -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, unrestricted RN license in your state of residence
  • Ability to obtain RN licensure in other states as needed
  • 3+ years of nursing experience as an RN
  • Experience as a Case Manager for an insurance company OR Transplant experience in hospital setting
  • Basic level of experience with Microsoft Word, with the ability to navigate a Windows environment
  • Access to high speed internet from home (broadband cable, DSL or fiber optic)
  • Dedicated workspace from homePreferred Qualifications:
    • Reside in a compact RN license state
    • Certified Case Manager (CCM)
    • 5+ years of Transplant experience working as an RN
    • Experience working in a Critical Care, ICU or Oncology setting
    • Background in managed care (MCO) or insurance setting
    • Case Management experienceConnecticut, -New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island Residents Only: The salary range for Connecticut, -New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island Residents residents is $56,300 to $110,400. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyAt 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.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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