RN Field Care Coordinator - Remote in Shelby County, TN
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As part of a care management team who will manage a caseload of complex members, the Field Care Coordinator will be the primary care manager for elderly and/or disabled members with complex medical/ behavioral health needs. Care coordination activities will focus on supporting members medical, behavioral, and socioeconomic needs to promote appropriate utilization of services and improved quality of care.
This is a home-based position with field responsibilities.
If you are located in Shelby County, TN, or the close surrounding areas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as primary care manager for elderly and/or disabled members who live in individual housing, community-based housing (ALF or CLS homes) or nursing facilities
Engage members and/or their families face-to-face and/or telephonically to complete a comprehensive needs assessment, including assessment of medical, behavioral, functional, cultural, and socioeconomic (SDoH) needs
Develop and implement individualized, person-centered care plans inclusive of goals, opportunities and interventions aligned with a persons readiness to change to support the best health and quality of life outcomes by meeting the member where they are
Partner and collaborate with internal care team, providers, and community resources/partners to implement care plan
Provide referral and linkage as appropriate and accepted by member (may include internal consult opportunities such as Housing Navigator, Pharmacy Team, Peer Specialist, etc. or community-based provider referrals such as PCP, specialists, medication assisted therapy referrals, etc.)
Youll 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 for the state of TN
2+ years of experience working within the community health setting or in a health care role
1+ years of experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Reliable transportation and live within or commutable distance to Shelby County, Tennessee to meet with members and providers
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Case Manager (CCM)
1+ years of experience with local health providers and/or community support organizations addressing the SDoH (e.g., food banks, non-emergent transportation, utility assistance, housing / rapid re-housing assistance, etc.
Home Health or Long-Term Care experience
Case management experience
Experience in Home Health and/or Long-Term Care
Experience working in team-based care
Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
Background in Managed Care
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Groups Telecommuter Policy
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment.. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
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.
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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As part of a care management team who will manage a caseload of complex members, the Field Care Coordinator will be the primary care manager for elderly and/or disabled members with complex medical/ behavioral health needs. Care coordination activities will focus on supporting members medical, behavioral, and socioeconomic needs to promote appropriate utilization of services and improved quality of care.
This is a home-based position with field responsibilities.
If you are located in Shelby County, TN, or the close surrounding areas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as primary care manager for elderly and/or disabled members who live in individual housing, community-based housing (ALF or CLS homes) or nursing facilities
Engage members and/or their families face-to-face and/or telephonically to complete a comprehensive needs assessment, including assessment of medical, behavioral, functional, cultural, and socioeconomic (SDoH) needs
Develop and implement individualized, person-centered care plans inclusive of goals, opportunities and interventions aligned with a persons readiness to change to support the best health and quality of life outcomes by meeting the member where they are
Partner and collaborate with internal care team, providers, and community resources/partners to implement care plan
Provide referral and linkage as appropriate and accepted by member (may include internal consult opportunities such as Housing Navigator, Pharmacy Team, Peer Specialist, etc. or community-based provider referrals such as PCP, specialists, medication assisted therapy referrals, etc.)
Youll 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 for the state of TN
2+ years of experience working within the community health setting or in a health care role
1+ years of experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Reliable transportation and live within or commutable distance to Shelby County, Tennessee to meet with members and providers
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Case Manager (CCM)
1+ years of experience with local health providers and/or community support organizations addressing the SDoH (e.g., food banks, non-emergent transportation, utility assistance, housing / rapid re-housing assistance, etc.
Home Health or Long-Term Care experience
Case management experience
Experience in Home Health and/or Long-Term Care
Experience working in team-based care
Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
Background in Managed Care
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Groups Telecommuter Policy
The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based on full-time employment.. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
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.
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.
Apply Now