RN Case Manager – Home Health, Growth & Equity

Optum; Falmouth (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum. Under supervision of an RN or MD, you will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care.

You will collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker, perform patient assessments, promote self-care, supervise staff, and ensure timely documentation. A strong clinical background as an RN is essential.

Qualifications

• Current RN license, state(s) license valid and in good standing
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance
• 1+ years of clinical experience as an RN

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care
• Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by patient needs or documents rationale for not doing so
• Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and appropriate rehabilitative measures
• Supervises LPNs and HHAs
• Completes documentation timely and accurately
• Regularly communicate patient progress to the clinical manager and care team
• Plans and provides staff education
• Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families as assigned
• Participates in clinical development and continuing education programs
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum. Under supervision of an RN or MD, you will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care.

You will collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker, perform patient assessments, promote self-care, supervise staff, and ensure timely documentation. A strong clinical background as an RN is essential.