Telephonic Case Manager RN Transplant Medicine - Remote
About the position Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We're making a solid 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 Telephone 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? Apply today! The Telephonic Case Manager RN Transplant will identify, coordinate, and provide appropriate levels of care. The Telephonic Case Manager RN Transplant is responsible for clinical operations and medical management activities across the continuum of care (assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating). This includes case management, coordination of care, and medical management consulting. This is a full-time, Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm position in your time zone. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Responsibilities
- Make outbound calls and receive inbound calls to assess members 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 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 Compact RN license in the state of residence
- 3+ years of experience in a hospital, acute care or direct care setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools and Systems (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
- Have access to high-speed internet (DSL or Cable)
- Dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
Nice-to-haves
- New York single state license or willing to obtain within 90 days of employment
- BSN
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- 3+ years of experience within the transplant setting
- Case management experience
- Experience or exposure to discharge planning
- Experience in a telephonic role
- Background in managed care
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution