RN Clinical Coordinator - Field Based in Hudson & Surrounding Counties - NJ

UnitedHealth Group • East Brunswick, NJ

6h • Onsite

About The Position

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The RN Clinical Care Coordinator will serve as the primary care manager for a panel of members with complex medical/behavioral needs. This role focuses on care coordination activities to support members' medical, behavioral, and socioeconomic needs, aiming to promote appropriate utilization of services and improve the quality of care. The position requires spending approximately 80% of the time in the field, visiting members in their homes or long-term care facilities, and demands flexibility, adaptability, and patience in various situations. The role is based in Hudson and Surrounding Counties, NJ.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted independent licensure as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey
• 2+ years of clinical experience
• 1+ years of experience with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel up to 80% of your time within assigned territory to meet with members and providers

Nice To Haves

• BSN, Master's degree or higher in clinical field
• CCM certification
• 1+ years of community case management experience coordinating care for individuals with complex needs
• Experience working in team-based care
• Background in managed care

Responsibilities

• Engage members face-to-face and/or telephonically to complete a comprehensive needs assessment, including assessment of medical, behavioral, functional, cultural, and socioeconomic needs
• Develop and implement person centered care plans to address needs including management of chronic health conditions, health promotion and wellness, social determinants of health, medication management and member safety in alignment with evidence-based guidelines
• Partner and collaborate with internal care team, providers, and community resources/partners to implement care plan
• Provide education and coaching to support member self-management of care needs and lifestyle changes to promote health
• Support proactive discharge planning and manage/coordinate Care Transition following ER visit, inpatient or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) admission
• Advocate for members and families as needed to ensure the member’s needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees