Care Manager RN - LA Market - Remote

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? 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! You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary 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 on phone interaction in an effort to reduce utilization and improve overall health outcomes Support members with condition education, medication reviews and connections to resources such as Home Health Aides or Meals on Wheels Efficiency and productivity are key. You'll be dealing with our members over the phone, so it's essential to manage your time effectively and address their concerns thoroughly. Excellent computer and software navigation skills are also critical. You need to be proficient in both MS Office and Excel, as these tools will be integral to your daily tasks. Moreover, we place solid emphasis on being patient focused. Our members' needs should always be your top priority, and you should be adaptable to any changes that may arise in the course of your work. Efficiency and productivity are key. You'll be dealing with our members over the phone, so it's essential to manage your time effectively and address their concerns thoroughly. 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 Active Multistate Compact Nursing License with primary residency in the state of residence, allowing the employee to practice in Louisiana and their home state 3+ years of experience in a hospital, acute care or direct care setting Ability to type and can navigate a Windows based environment Preferred Qualifications BSN Certified Case Manager (CCM) Case management experience Experience or exposure to discharge planning Experience in utilization review, concurrent review or risk management Experience in a telephonic role A background in managed care All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy 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 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UnitedHealthcare