Combination Clinical Care Manager RN - Field Based in Capital Cities region, NY

UnitedHealth Group Inc.•New York, NY

62d•$28 - $50•Remote

About The Position

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. In this RN Clinical Coordinator role, you will be an essential element of an Integrated Care Model by relaying the pertinent information about the member needs and advocating for the best possible care available, and ensuring they have the right services to meet their needs. There will be travel expectations throughout Capital Region (Albany and surrounding counties) If you are located in New York State, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted RN license for the state of New York
2+ years of relevant clinical work experience
1+ years of experience of community case management experience coordinating care for individuals with complex needs
Experience in long-term care, home health, hospice, public health or assisted living
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
New York state issued ID or ability to obtain one prior to hire
Reside in New York state
Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation
Ability to travel in assigned region to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals or providers' offices

Nice To Haves

Behavioral health or clinical degree
Experience with electronic charting
Experience with arranging community resources
Field based work experience
Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
Proficient in use of UASNY
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Responsibilities

Assess, plan and implement care strategies that are individualized by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, lease restrictive level of care
Perform the NYS UAS Assessment in the member's home at least twice per year and as needed
Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs, including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services
Manage the care plan throughout the continuum of care as a single point of contact
Communicate with all stakeholders the required health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all members
Advocate for patients and families as needed to ensure the patient's needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team