RN Case Manager
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Madison
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Job Description:
$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTSOptum is a global
organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help
millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our
team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people
with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to
feel their best. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as
we help advance health equity on a global scale. Here, you will
find talented peers, comprehensive benefits, a culture guided by
diversity and inclusion, career growth opportunities and your
life's best work.SMSchedule: -Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
CST. Rotating weekends 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CSTLocation: 703 Brooks
St, Madison, WI 53715Primary Responsibilities:
Ensures compliance with Condition of
Participation (CoP) discharge planningIdentifies and escalates
gaps/barriers related to inpatient and observation length of
stayAssesses patients at high risk for readmission. Identifies root
cause for readmission. Develops plan and collaborates with
multidisciplinary team regarding discharge planning to next level
of careParticipates with other members of team regarding
opportunities for improvement in standard workMay also be
responsible for: utilization management process, ED case management
process, admission process, and act as a case manager liaison with
post acute providers (skilled nursing facilities, rehab, home
health, etc.)Applies the existing body of evidence-based practice
and scientific knowledge in health care to nursing practice,
ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient's
age-specific needs and clinical needs as described in the
department's Scope of ServiceAs an SSM Health nurse, I will
demonstrate the professional nursing standards defined in the
professional practice modelUses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses
to guide his/her response to the current and evolving health and
nursing needs of our patients and our patient populationsWorks in a
constant state of alertness and safe mannerPerforms other duties as
assignedWhat 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 HolidaysMedical Plan
options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a
Health Saving accountDental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along
with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage401(k)
Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation
ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee
Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal
insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)More information can be downloaded
at: -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
NursingUnrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) in the -State of
WisconsinFull COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function 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. Candidates must be able to
perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable
-accommodationPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (or
higher)Experience in -managed careCase management
experienceCertified Case Manager (CCM)Experience or exposure to
discharge planningExperience in utilization review, concurrent
review or risk managementPhysical Requirements:
Frequent lifting/carrying and
pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbsFrequent sitting,
standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm
movementsFrequent use of vision and depth perception for distances
near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify
and distinguish colorsFrequent use of hearing and speech to share
information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms,
malfunctioning machinery, etc.Frequent keyboard use/data
entryOccasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting
and grippingOccasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects
weighing 25-50 lbsRare climbingTo 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. Our
objective is to make health care simpler and more effective for
everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, you
can play a role in creating a healthier world, one insight, one
connection and one person at a time. We bring together some of the
greatest minds and ideas to take health care to its fullest
potential, promoting health equity and accessibility. Work with
diverse, engaged and high-performing teams to help solve important
challenges. -**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. - -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. - -#RPO
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