Case Manager RN, Telecommute Minnesota

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Duluth
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Job Description:

UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. -If you are located in Minnesota, preferably Grand Rapids, Duluth, Brainerd, Rochester, Mankato, Albert Lee, Winona, Owatonna, St Cloud, East Grand Forks, or Bemidji, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:

• Making outbound calls to assess members' current health status
• Visiting members in the hospital to prepare for transition home (varies by market)
• Identifying gaps or barriers in treatment plans
• Providing patient education to assist with self-management
• Providing clinic and provider education
• 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
• Making "welcome home" calls to ensure that discharged member receive the necessary services and resourcesYou'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 Minnesota
  • 3+ years clinical experience in a hospital, acute care, home health/hospice, direct care -
  • 2+ years of Case Management experience -
  • Experience working with clients in the community setting
  • Demonstrate a proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Word, with the ability to navigate a Windows environment
  • Designated work space and access to install secure high speed Internet via cable / DSL in home
  • Ability to travel up to 10% within a designated area
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Currently resides in Minnesota -
  • Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodationPreferred Qualifcations:
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Certified Case Manager (CCM)
    • 5+ years experience as an RN
    • Experience / exposure with discharge planning
    • Background in managed care
    • Solid organizational skills and multitasking abilities will be keys to success -To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment.Careers with UnitedHealthcare. -Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 5 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that's second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do -your life's best work.(sm)*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.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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