Field Assessment Nurse Queens, NY- $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Optum

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Plan

Dental & Vision

Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group, is seeking a Field Assessment Nurse in New York, NY. The role involves coordinating long-term care needs in the local community, with remote flexibility for NYC residents and travel within 5 boroughs or Westchester County.

You will assess, plan, and implement individualized care strategies, advocate for patients, and collaborate with a dynamic team to improve outcomes and care coordination. A valid NY RN license and driving willingness are required.

Qualifications

Current, unrestricted RN licensure in NY.
2+ years of relevant clinical work experience.
1+ years of community case management experience coordinating care for individuals with complex needs.
Knowledge of home health, hospice, public health or assisted living.
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Willing or ability to travel within the assigned region to visit Medicaid members in homes/other settings.
New York state ID or ability to obtain one prior to hire.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, and implement care strategies tailored to each patient.
Utilize UAS assessments in home or telehealth to develop person-centered service plans.
Identify and initiate referrals for social services including financial and psychosocial supports.
Manage the care plan throughout the continuum as a single point of contact.
Communicate health-related information to stakeholders to ensure coordinated care.
Advocate for patients and families to ensure their needs are represented.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical experience

Community case management

Home health knowledge

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Travel readiness

New York ID readiness

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

This is a full time opportunity - Monday through Friday - 8:30 am to 5:00pm EST

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.

You push yourself to reach higher and go further. Because for you, it's all about ensuring a positive outcome for patients. In this role, you'll work in the field and coordinate the long-term care needs for patients in the local community. And at every turn, you'll have the support of an elite and dynamic team. Join UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses and you will use your diverse knowledge and experience to make health care work better for our patients.

In this Field RN role, you will be an essential element of an Integrated Care Model by relaying the pertinent information about the member needs and advocating.

If you are located in New York City, NY, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. You will be expected to travel within 5 boroughs and or/Westchester County.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assess, plan, and implement care strategies that are individualized by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care
Utilize the NYS UAS Assessment as needed in the home or via telehealth to develop a person center service plan to meet the member's needs
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

What 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 Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

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:

Current, unrestricted, independent licensure as a Registered Nurse
2+ years of relevant clinical work experience
1+ years of community case management experience coordinating care for individuals with complex needs
Demonstrated knowledge of home health, hospice, public health or assisted living
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Willing or ability to travel in assigned region to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers' offices
New York state issued ID or ability to obtain one prior to hire

Preferred Qualifications: