RN Care Coordinator - Nursing Facilities - West Travis County, TX

About the position 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. In this RN Nurse Care Coordinator role, you will be an essential element of an Integrated Care Model by relaying the pertinent information about the member needs and advocating for the best possible care available, ensuring they have the right services to meet their needs. Our team is made up of RNs, LVNs, and CACs dedicated to helping members achieve their health care goals. We work closely with the nursing facilities in which our members reside. If you are within a 60-mile radius of West Travis County, TX within one of the following zip code areas 78748, 78732 or 78734 and can travel locally, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges. Travel is required in local areas about 50% of the time based on business needs. Responsibilities • Assess, plan, and implement care strategies that are individualized by member and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care. , • Identify and initiate referrals for member transition to community requests and provide assistance with social service programs, including financial, psychosocial, community, and state supportive services. , • Manage the care plan throughout the continuum of care as a single point of contact. , • Communicate with all stakeholders for the required health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all members. , • Advocate for members and families as needed to ensure the member's needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team. , • Visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers' offices. Requirements • Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of Texas , • 2+ years of experience working within the community health setting or in a health care role , • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook , • Reliable transportation and the ability to travel in this ‘assigned region' to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, nursing facilities or providers' offices , • High-speed internet at residence Nice-to-haves • 1+ years of experience with long term care services and support, Medicaid or Medicare , • Ability to create, edit, save and send documents, spreadsheets and emails , • Knowledge of the principles of most integrated settings, including federal and State requirements like the federal home and community-based settings regulations. , • Reside within commutable distance of assigned duties Benefits • Flexible work options including remote work , • Opportunities for professional development and career growth , • Recognition for performance in a challenging environment Apply Job!