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Job description
WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a RN to join our team in Leander, TX. Optum is a clinician‑led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while 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, transmutation, 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
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Associate's degree in Nursing with 4+ years of experience
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
Experience interacting productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge of chronic diseases, especially COPD / asthma, diabetes, CHF and IHD
Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
Preferred Qualifications
Experience related to patient education and/or motivational interviewing skills and self‑management goal setting
Excellent verbal and written skills
Solid interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Bilingual
Benefits
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 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity
OptumCare 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.
OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75215, US
Who can apply
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