Description

Field-Based in the Greater Houston, TX Area

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.

You push yourself to reach higher and go further. Because for you, it's all about ensuring positive outcomes. In this role, you'll work in the field and coordinate the long-term care needs for members within the local community, at every turn, you'll have the support of an elite and dynamic team. Join UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses and you will use your diverse knowledge and experience to make health care work better for everyone.

In this Health and Social Services Coordinator RN role, you will provide service coordination within an integrated care model supporting medical, behavioral health, and Long-Term services and supports (LTSS).

This is a Field Based position with a Home-Based office.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm CST

If you are located in the Greater Houston area, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some of the most meaningful challenges in healthcare.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, and implement individualized, person-centered care strategies driven by the member needs and preferences and directed toward the least restrictive, most appropriate environment
• Assess member needs and coordinate referrals to community-based and state-supported programs, including financial, psychosocial, and other supportive services
• Oversee the member's Plan of Care across settings, serving as a consistent point of contact to support person-centered care coordination
• Communicate health and social needs information across stakeholders to support timely access to person-centered care and services
• Advocate for members and their families to ensure the members' needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the interdisciplinary care team in accordance with person-centered service planning principles
• Make and receive calls to assess members' current health status, functional needs, and potential changes in condition, in support of care planning
• Translate clinical and social information into actionable care plans

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:

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of TX
• 2+ years of experience working within the community health setting or health care role
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook
• High-speed internet at residence
• Access to reliable transportation and valid US driver's license to meet job-related travel requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Case management or service coordination certification
• Experience in LTSS, Medicaid/Medicare, or managed care experience
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to maintain timely, accurate, and compliant records
• Knowledge of integrated setting principles, including federal and State requirements like the federal home and community-based settings regulations
• Reside within commutable distance of assigned duties

*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 hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.83 per hour 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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