Senior Clinical Administrative RN - Remote in Texas

UnitedHealthcare; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Incentives & recognition

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a Senior Clinical Administrative RN in Texas to review member appeals and fair hearings, coordinating with clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure accurate determinations. The role supports compliance with State and Federal requirements while focusing on quality, access to care, and timely decision-making.

Ideal candidates hold an active Texas RN license with 5+ years in clinical nursing and 3+ years in appeals or regulatory processes, plus strong MS Office skills

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Texas.
• 5+ years in clinical nursing including utilization management or medical necessity review.
• 3+ years in appeals, grievances, or regulatory processes in managed care.
• 3+ years collaborating with Medical Directors or clinicians to support clinical decisions.
• Intermediate proficiency with clinical systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review determinations and prepare for Fair Hearings with clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Participate in State Fair Hearings and coordinate internal reviews of denial letters.
• Review electronic Health Records to validate decisions and identify needed documentation.
• Perform internal Quality Control reviews and suggest process improvements.
• Maintain knowledge of State rules, contracts and Federal regulations; support compliance.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Utilization management

Appeals & grievances

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

RN license (Texas)

Tools

Microsoft 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 equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

UnitedHealthcare is a company that's on the rise. We're expanding in multiple directions, across borders and, most of all, in the way we think. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about transforming the health care industry. Ready to make a difference? Make yourself at home with us and start doing your life's best work.

The role focuses on review of member appeals and fair hearing requests - clinical review, chart review, audits, letter review, working with clinical and non-clinical staff with varied backgrounds to review authorization, UR determinations, in preparation for a Fair Hearing with the State of Texas. The chosen Senior Clinical Administrative RN would be responsible for reviewing appeals and grievances to determine if the appropriate decision was rendered. In providing consumer-oriented health benefit plans to millions of people; our goal is to create higher quality care, lower costs, and greater access to health care. Join us and you will be empowered to achieve new levels of excellence and make a profound and personal impact as you contribute to new innovations in a vital and complex system.

If you are located in Texas, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Works with clinical and non-clinical staff to review determinations and prepare for Fair Hearings
• Participates in State Fair Hearings
• Coordinates internal reviews on denial letters to determine compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements of the State and Federal programs, while reviewing for efficiencies and effectiveness of procedures
• Reviews electronic Health Records to validate accuracy of decision, recommend revisions, additional documentation, or action to take based on independent review
• Performs internal Quality Control reviews on processes and activities while developing recommendations for improvement
• Serves as a catalyst for implementing an appropriate risk assessment process designed to identify and correct deficiencies
• Assists with the coordination of external audits and reviews conducted by our clients or contracting organizations
• Maintain extensive knowledge of regulatory and applicable accrediting body requirements becoming a Compliance resource for the team
• Proficient in interpreting benefits, contracts, and medical policy
• Review denial notice issued by the National Letter team to ensure accuracy and compliance, as well as providing recommendations for improvement, as needed
• Interact effectively with other departments
• Maintain knowledge of State rules, contracts, and Federal legislation/regulations as well as UHG guidelines
• Establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the company to support goals and objectives
• Demonstrate flexibility, availability, and dependability to conform to position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• The applicant should possess a high attention to detail, exceptional documentation abilities, and organizational skills

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of Texas
• 5+ years of clinical nursing experience, including utilization management, medical necessity review, care management, or a related clinical decision‑making role
• 3+ years of experience with exposure to Appeals, Grievances, or Regulatory processes in a managed care or health plan environment
• 3+ years of experience with knowledge of State and Federal Regulations
• 3+ years of experience collaborating with Medical Directors, clinicians, or cross‑functional partners to support clinical decisions
• Intermediate level of proficiency with clinical systems and Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Texas HHSC, Medicaid managed care, or state regulatory requirements
• Experience supporting LTSS or complex populations
• Ability and willingness to learn Fair Hearing evidence preparation and State Fair Hearing representation, with training and mentoring provided
• Experience presenting clinical information in a structured, professional setting
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding expectations, functional collaboration, and meeting program goals
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate clinical rationale
• Proven ability to manage time‑sensitive work and meet regulatory or operational deadlines
• All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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 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.

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