Registered Nurse Case Manager Optum at Home - Fort Collins, CO - 2014840

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Registered Nurses in the Optum at Home program work with patients primarily in their home setting. They perform as part of a care team including a Nurse Practitioner, Behavioral Health Advocate, Care Navigator and other supporting team members. They deliver role appropriate patient care through in-home visits, telephonic outreach and consultations, 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 Optum at Home 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

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

Works closely with mental health clinicians to help bridge the gap between mental and physical health

Consult with the patient’s PCP, specialists, or other health care professionals as appropriate

Assess patient needs for community resources and make appropriate referrals for service

Facilitate the patient’s transition within and between health care settings in collaboration with the primary care physician and other treating physicians

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

Verify and document patient and/or family understanding of condition, plan of care and follow up recommendations

Actively participate in organizational quality initiatives

Participate in collaborative multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize clinical integration, efficiency, and effectiveness of care delivery

Maintain credentials essential for practice, to include licensure, certification (if applicable) and CEUs

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

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:

Current unrestricted licensure as RN in state of practice

2+ years of experience as an RN

Experience in assessing the medical needs of patients with complex behavioral, social and/or functional needs

Ability to work with diverse care teams in a variety of settings including non-clinical settings (primarily patient homes)

Ability to travel up to 75% of the time for field based work, valid driver’s license

Ability to spend at least 1 hour with a member in their home, which may be in understaffed or remote areas, in the presence of pets or individuals who are tobacco users

Ability to lift a 30 pound bag in and out of car and to navigate stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions and configurations

Excellent administrative and organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate with seniors and their families

Computer literate and able to navigate the Internet

Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Effective time management and communication skills

Solid computer skills, including us of Electronic Medical Records

UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Colorado Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $53,300 to $95,100. 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.