Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits,dataand resources they need to feel their best.Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensivebenefitsand career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale.Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

As anInpatient 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 identifyingsolutions that will help our members live healthier lives. This is an inspiring job at a truly inspired organization.

What makes your nursing career greater with UnitedHealth Group? You can improve the health of others and help heal the health care system. You will work within an incredible team culture; a clinical and business collaboration that is learning and evolving every day. And, when you contribute, you'll open doors for yourself that simply do not exist in any other organization, anywhere.

Work schedule will be Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm local time zone

Youll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• 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

• Participation 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 case 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

Youll 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 RN license in state of Residence

• 3+ years of clinical nursing experience practicing clinically (Acute Inpatient, SNF/AIR/LTAC, Emergency Department, Urgent Care, Doctors Office, School Nurse)

• Experience in acute, long-term care, acute rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facilities

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree

• Compact license

• 1+ years of experience involving utilization review and evidence-based guidelines (i.e. MCG, InterQual Guidelines)

• Managed Care experience

• Experience performing discharge planning

• Proven ability to work independently

• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only:The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $56,300 to $110,400per 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, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

*All employees working remotely will berequiredto adhere to UnitedHealth Groups Telecommuter Policy.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyoneof every race, gender, sexuality, age,locationand incomedeserves 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 marginalizedgroupsand those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and deliveringequitablecare that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere:UnitedHealth Groupis 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.

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