Field RN Case Manager -
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
$2,500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
Combine 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's
improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about
another gadget, it's about making health care data available
wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's
no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best
work.(sm)
Registered Nurses will be working with patients primarily in a
facility setting. They perform as part of a care team including a
team of Nurse Practitioners, Care Navigator, and other supporting
team members. They deliver role appropriate patient care through
visits, telephonic outreach, and interdisciplinary team
activities.
The Registered Nurse may perform care and counsel of the ill,
injured, or infirm, in the promotion and maintenance of health with
individuals, groups, or both throughout the life span. They help to
manage health problems and coordinate health care for the patients
in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and the
nursing standards of care. This includes (but is not limited to)
assessment of health status, development and implementation of plan
of care, and ongoing evaluation of patient status and response to
the plan of care. Clinical management is conducted in collaboration
with other care team members.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm with
flexibilty for possible evening/weekend work pending
business/member needs
Location: Skokie/Northbrook-IL Area
Travel: 100% Field based position thoughout Skokie/Northbrook, IL
area
Primary Responsibilities:
Reports to Clinical Services Manager
Provide preventative and primary care for patients in assigned long
term care facilities
Work with primary care physicians to provide the best care
possible
Collaborate with the nursing staff and the patients' families
Work with the facility's utilization review process
Assess the health status of members as within the scope of
licensure and with the frequency established in the model of
care
Establish goals to meet identified health care needs
Plan, implement and evaluate responses to the plan of care
Work collaboratively the multidisciplinary team to engage resources
and strategies to address medical, functional, and social barriers
to care
Consult with the patient's PCP, specialists, or other health care
professionals as appropriate
Completely and accurately document in patient's electronic medical
record
Provide patients and family members with counseling and education
regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, condition
trajectory and need for follow up as appropriate during each
patient visit
Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, core values and goals of
UnitedHealthcare and its healthcare delivery including the ability
to integrate values of compassion, integrity, performance,
innovation and relationships in the care provided to our
members
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group?
Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and
comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a
management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success.
Some of our offerings include:
Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period
plus 8 Paid Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending
Account or a Health Saving account
Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term
disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance,
etc.)
More information can be downloaded at:
http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits
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:
Associate degree or higher in Nursing
Current unrestricted RN License in the state of Illinois
5+ years of relevant experience in clinical assessments
1+ years of experience in a long-term care setting, community
setting or critical care
Ability to travel up to 100% of the time for field-based work;
valid driver's license; travel up to one and a half hours one
way
Strong computer skills, including use of Electronic Medical Records
and Excel Spreadsheets
Effective time management and communication skills
Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Baccalaureate degree preferred (BSN)
Familiarity with the long-term care business environment
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 Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire
organization around one giant objective; make health care work
better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's
large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health
and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our
first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to
serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses,
brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas
on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest
potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams
against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible
ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do
your life's best work.(sm)
**PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external
candidates. Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth
Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part
time or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to
receive a sign on bonus.
For more information on our Internal Job Posting Policy, click
here.
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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