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

UnitedHealth Group; East Brunswick Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an RN Clinical Care Coordinator to manage a panel of members with complex medical and behavioral needs. You will coordinate medical, behavioral, and social services to optimize care and utilization.

The role emphasizes 80% field work visiting members at home or in long-term care facilities. Requires NJ RN licensure, 2+ years clinical experience, and ability to travel within Hudson and surrounding counties. Benefits include extensive coverage and retirement programs.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in New Jersey.
• 2+ years of clinical experience.
• 1+ years of experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Driver's license and reliable transportation with up to 80% travel within territory.

Responsibilities

• Engage members in person or by telecommunication to complete comprehensive needs assessments.
• Develop and implement person-centered care plans for chronic conditions, wellness, social determinants, and safety.
• Collaborate with care team, providers, and community resources to implement plans.

Skills

Clinical experience

Patient advocacy

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

RN license (New Jersey)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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 optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The RN Clinical Care Coordinator will be the primary care manager for a panel of members with complex medical/behavioral needs. Care coordination activities will focus on supporting member's medical, behavioral, and socioeconomic needs to promote appropriate utilization of services and improved quality of care.

Expect to spend about 80% of your time in the field visiting our members in their homes or in long-term care facilities. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable and, above all, patient in all types of situations. Do you live or are you willing to travel to any of the following counties? Hudson and Surrounding Counties, NJ

Primary 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

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 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to transition from office to field locations multiple times per day
• Ability to navigate multiple locations/terrains to visit employees, members and/or providers
• Ability to transport equipment to and from field locations needed for visits (ex. laptop, stethoscope, etc.)
• Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time to complete computer or tablet work duties

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $40 to $54 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.