RN HealthCare Manager, WellMed Arlington

UnitedHealth Group; Arlington (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Texas is seeking a Healthcare Manager to support patients with high-risk conditions and help them navigate the care system. The role emphasizes patient education, advocacy, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other care team members to improve quality of life.

You will document in the electronic medical record, participate in PCC meetings, and help develop and update plans of care with a focus on transitioning patients from inpatient to outpatient

Qualifications

• RN with active license 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 (COPD/asthma, diabetes, CHF, IHD).
• Proficient computer skills with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Identify high-risk patients with providers and clinic staff.
• Support longitudinal care, including assessments and education.
• Coordinate care transitions from inpatient to outpatient settings.
• Document accurately in the EMR and participate in PCC meetings.
• Assist with post-discharge needs and referrals.

Skills

RN experience

BLS certification

Multidisciplinary teamwork

EMR proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Associate's in Nursing

Tools

EMR software

Job description

$1,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will be part of a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve improved health outcomes. Explore rewarding opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Healthcare Manager is responsible for successfully supporting patients with high risk health conditions to navigate the healthcare system. The Healthcare Manager assists in developing patient empowerment by acting as an educator, resource, and advocate for patients and their families to ensure a maximum quality of life. The Healthcare Manager interacts and collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams, to include physicians, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technologists, social workers, and other educators. The Healthcare Manager acts as a resource for clinic staff. The Healthcare Manager works in a less structured, self-directed environment and performs all nursing duties within the scope of a RN license of the applicable state board of nursing.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Works with the providers and clinic staff to identify patients at high risk
• Supports longitudinal care of the patient with chronic care conditions by:
  • performing assessment of health conditions
  • performing medication reconciliation
  • conducting Motivational Interviewing and Self-Management Goal setting
  • providing patient education
  • creating referrals to appropriate agencies and resources
• Supports transition of the patient with chronic care conditions from inpatient to outpatient setting, by:
  • performing assessment of transitional needs
  • performing medication reconciliation
  • establishing and reviewing contingency plan
  • providing patient education
  • assisting with post discharge needs such as prescriptions, transportation, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), appointments
• Coordinate with providers to establish or update plan of care
• Performs accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participates in daily huddles and Patient Care Coordination (PCC) meetings
• Prepares accurate and timely reports, as required, for weekly meetings
• Maintains continued competence in nursing practice and knowledge of current evidence based practices
• May perform clinical tasks within their scope of practice
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

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:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Associate's degree in Nursing with four or more 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
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Solid interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
• Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of disease

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience related to patient education and/or motivational interviewing skills and self-management goal setting
• Fluent written and verbal skills in English and Spanish

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
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

The salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually 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 make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.