Case Manager RN

About the position

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Optum At Home product, together with an interdisciplinary care team we help patients navigate the health care system, and connect them to key support services. This preventive care can help patients stay well at home. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We're making a strong connection between exceptional patient care and outstanding career opportunities. The result is a culture of performance that's driving the health care industry forward. As a Field Case Manager RN with UnitedHealth Group, you'll support a diverse member population with education, advocacy and connections to the resources they need to feel better and get well. Instead of seeing a handful of patients each day, your work may affect millions for years to come. Ready for a new path? today! Work schedule is Monday to Friday 8:00 AM EST to 5:00 PM EST. This is a field-based role.

Responsibilities

• Visit members in their homes to assess their current health status
• Identify gaps or barriers in treatment plans
• Provide patient education to assist with self-management
• Make referrals to outside sources
• Provide a complete continuum of quality care through close communication with members via in-person in home or on-phone interaction
• Support members with condition education, medication reviews and connections to resources such as Home Health Aides or Meals on Wheels

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of Connecticut
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• 1+ years of clinical experience
• Reside in or near New Haven, Connecticut
• Access to reliable transportation

Nice-to-haves

• BSN
• Certified Case Manager (CCM)
• Case management experience
• Experience in discharge planning
• Experience in utilization review, concurrent review or risk management
• Experience in a telephonic role
• Experience in home care/home visits
• Experience working with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Background in managed care
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution