$7,500 Sign on Bonus for External Candidates

　　For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

　　Under minimal supervision, coordinates the delivery of comprehensive, quality care and services at the right time. Works closely with Personalized Care Team [PCT], physicians, medical directors, and multi-disciplinary team to execute and coordinate a plan of care for the most chronic complex and high-risk patients. Uses the Nursing Process to assess, plan develop implement a plan of care for patients with complex needs.

　　Position in this function provides physicians and other health care professionals with appropriate care management tools, support, education and information to enable real time clinical decision-making. Delegates specific tasks of plan of care to Medical Assistants and Health Coaches and oversees the plan of care to ensure protocols are followed and desired outcomes are achieved. Practices within the scope of nursing rules and regulations as established by the Washington Department of Health. Complies with all reporting requirements, including operational protocol submittals. Provides effective care management across the care continuum and suggests and implements methods to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Care Management activities include early identification of high-risk patients, concerted planning involving physicians and mid-level practitioners, monitoring of services provided by outside physicians, home health, DME, and other providers; monitoring emergency department use as well as identifying opportunities to decrease emergency department utilization and other elements of care utilization Provides effective care management across the care continuum, including coordination involving internal and external providers of care, families and other entities, as appropriate Works in collaboration with colleagues in multiple care settings to determine patients' barriers and needs utilizing clinical skills and independent decision making Engages in proactive, concurrent care management for patients with chronic or complex medical conditions Performs visits to patient home, skilled nursing home stays or while in-patient at a neighboring hospital

　　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:

　　Graduation from an accredited school of nursing Active Registered Nurse license through the Washington State Department of Health 2+ years of professional nursing experience Washington State driver's license and automobile Knowledge of medical terminology and managed care

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Case management certification Ambulatory and inpatient experience Knowledge of ICD and CPT coding Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments, common safety hazards, and precautions to establish a safe work environment Knowledge of relevant resources within the organization and community

　　Washington Residents Only: The salary range for Washington residents is $56,300 to $110,400 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

　　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.

　　Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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