RN Healthcare Manager Well med at Division

Optum • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Healthcare Manager at WellMed, part of the Optum family, is responsible for supporting patients with high-risk health conditions in navigating the healthcare system. This role involves patient education, resource advocacy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams to enhance patient empowerment and ensure a high quality of life. The Healthcare Manager operates in a self-directed environment, performing nursing duties within the scope of an RN license and contributing to the overall improvement of healthcare delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Associate's degree in Nursing with 4+ years of experience as an RN.
• Registered Nurse with an active and unrestricted license to practice in the state of employment.
• Current BLS certification.
• 2+ years of experience in a physician's office, clinical, or hospital setting.
• Knowledge of chronic diseases, especially COPD/asthma, diabetes, CHF, and IHD.
• Proficient computer skills for electronic medical records.
• Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills and excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in patient education and motivational interviewing skills.
• Fluent written and verbal skills in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients at high risk in collaboration with providers and clinic staff.
• Support longitudinal care of patients with chronic conditions through assessments, medication reconciliation, and patient education.
• Assist in the transition of patients from inpatient to outpatient settings by assessing transitional needs and providing education.
• Coordinate with providers to establish or update patient care plans.
• Document accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in daily huddles and Patient Care Coordination meetings.
• Prepare reports for weekly meetings.
• Maintain continued competence in nursing practice and knowledge of current evidence-based practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees