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UnitedHealthcare lists this Case Manager, RN - WellMed at | , | opportunity in irving, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Healthcare Manager
Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will be part of a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve improved health outcomes. Explore rewarding opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Healthcare Manager is responsible for successfully supporting patients with high risk health conditions to navigate the healthcare system. The Healthcare Manager assists in developing patient empowerment by acting as an educator, resource, and advocate for patients and their families to ensure a maximum quality of life. The Healthcare Manager interacts and collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams, to include physicians, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technologists, social workers, and other educators. The Healthcare Manager acts as a resource for clinic staff. The Healthcare Manager works in a less structured, self-directed environment and performs all nursing duties within the scope of a RN license of the applicable state board of nursing.
Primary Responsibilities:
Works with the providers and clinic staff to identify patients at high risk
Supports longitudinal care of the patient with chronic care conditions by: performing assessment of health conditions
performing medication reconciliation
conducting Motivational Interviewing and Self-Management Goal setting
providing patient education
creating referrals to appropriate agencies and resources
Supports transition of the patient with chronic care conditions from inpatient to outpatient setting, by: performing assessment of transitional needs
performing medication reconciliation
establishing and reviewing contingency plan
providing patient education
assisting with post discharge needs such as prescriptions, transportation, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), appointments
Coordinate with providers to establish or update plan of care
Performs accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Participates in daily huddles and Patient Care Coordination (PCC) meetings
Prepares accurate and timely reports, as required, for weekly meetings
Maintains continued competence in nursing practice and knowledge of current evidence based practices
May perform clinical tasks within their scope of practice
Performs all other related duties as assigned
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:
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Associate's degree in Nursing with 4+ years of experience as an RN
Registered Nurse with an active and unrestricted license to practice in the state of employment
Current BLS certification
2+ years of experience in a physician's office, clinical or hospital setting
Knowledge of chronic diseases, especially COPD/asthma, diabetes, CHF and IHD
Excellent verbal and written skills
Solid interpersonal skills
Ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience related to patient education and/or motivational interviewing skills and self-management goal setting
Fluent written and verbal skills in English and Spanish
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). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 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 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.
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.
Worksite address
irving, TX, 75084, US
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