[Hiring] Inpatient Care Management Nurse @UnitedHealth Group

Role Description

As an Inpatient Care Management Nurse, you will be responsible for ensuring proper utilization of our health services. This means you will be tasked with assessing and interpreting member needs and identifying solutions that will help our members live healthier lives.

• Perform initial and concurrent review of inpatient cases applying evidenced-based criteria (i.e. MCG/Interqual criteria)
• Discuss cases with facility healthcare professionals to obtain plans-of-care
• Collaborate with Optum Enterprise Clinical Services Medical Directors on performing utilization management
• Participate in discussions with the Clinical Services team to improve the progression of care to the most appropriate level
• Consult with the Medical Director, as needed, for complex cases and make appropriate referrals to downstream partners
• Apply clinical expertise when discussing cases with internal and external Case Managers and Physicians
• Identify delays in care or services and manage with MD
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures in end-to-end management of cases
• Obtain clinical information to assess and expedite alternate levels of care
• Facilitate timely and appropriate care and effective discharge planning
• Participate in team meetings, education, discussions, and related activities
• Maintain compliance with Federal, State and accreditation organizations
• Identify opportunities for improved communication or processes
• Participate in audit activities and meetings

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in state of Residence
• 3+ years of clinical nursing experience practicing clinically (Acute Inpatient, SNF/AIR/LTAC, Emergency Department, Urgent Care, Doctor’s Office, School Nurse)
• Experience in acute, long term care, acute rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facilities
• 1+ years of experience involving utilization review and evidence-based guidelines (i.e. MCG, InterQual Guidelines)
• Proficiency in computer skills - Windows, IM, Excel (Microsoft Suite), Outlook, clinical platforms
• Designated workspace and access to install secure high-speed internet via cable/DSL in home

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• Compact license (Preferred)
• Managed Care experience (Preferred)
• Experience performing discharge planning (Preferred)
• Ability to work independently (Preferred)
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills (Preferred)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
• Salary range: $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.