RN HealthCare Manager, WellMed Arlington

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - RN HealthCare Manager, WellMed Arlington )

RN HealthCare Manager, WellMed Arlington -

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

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 four or more 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

This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease

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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 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 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.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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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Worksite address

arlington, TX, 76000, US

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