Telephonic RN Case Manager (Kidney Resource Services) - Telecommute - Case Management

Company: UnitedHealth Group Inc
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Telephonic RN Case Manager (Kidney Resource Services) - TelecommuteCombine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about another gadget; it is about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to be. It's an opportunity to do 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.

As a Telephonic RN Case Manager for the Kidney Resource Services program, you will be responsible for clinical operations and medical management activities across the continuum of care from assessing and planning to implementing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating. You will also be responsible for providing health education, coaching and treatment decision support for members.

* The schedule for this position includes some evening hours where you will be expected to work until approximately 8pm, based on member availability. For example: 11am-8pm OR a split shift 8am-12pm and then 4pm-8pm*

You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Making outbound calls to assess members current health status
* Identifying gaps or barriers in treatment plans
* Providing patient education to assist with self-management
* Interacting with Medical Directors on challenging cases
* Coordinating care for members and services as needed (home health, DME, etc.)
* Educating members on disease processes
* Encouraging members to make healthy lifestyle changes
* Utilizing Milliman criteria to determine if patients are in the correct hospital setting
* Making "welcome home" calls to ensure that discharged member receive the necessary services and resources
* Documenting and tracking findings

This position will require active and unrestricted Nursing licensure in multiple US States. Selected candidate must be willing and able to obtain and maintain multiple state licensures (application fees and filing costs paid for by UHG)

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, unrestricted RN license
* Multiple state licensures (in addition to Compact License if applicable) or ability to obtain multiple state nursing licenses
* 2+ years of nursing experience in a hospital, acute care, or direct care setting
* Renal, Chronic Kidney Disease or Dialysis Care experience as a main focus of your job
* Computer proficiency utilizing MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), including the ability to type and talk at the same time while navigating a Windows environment
* Access to dedicated workspace from home for in home office set up
* Ability to work schedule listed
* Must reside in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high speed internet connection or can leverage existing high-speed internet service

Preferred Qualifications:

* BSN
* Certified Case Manager (CCM)
* Diabetic educator experience
* ICU, Cardiology or Critical Care experience
* Telephonic case management experience
* Experience with discharge planning
* Solid working knowledge of hypertension and/or diabetes

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

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Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $54,400 to $97,000. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $60,000 to $106,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

* 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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