Discharge Care Manager Nurse, RN - Remote in EST or CST Region

As a Discharge Care Manager at United Health Group, you will be responsible for implementing day-to-day telephonic case management interventions for identified high-risk members, assessing their needs, and identifying solutions to help them live healthier lives.

• Pay: $60,200 - $107,400/year
• Location: Bridgeport, CT
• Schedule: Full Time, Day shift
• Residency: Must reside in EST or CST time zones

• Evaluate member discharge needs including delays in care and readmission prevention plan
• Collaborate with providers and members to coordinate care post discharge
• Participate in rounds with the Medical Director to discuss cases as needed
• Identify internal or community-based program support or resources
• Coordinate with the facility Discharge Planner to ensure post-hospital services are arranged prior to discharge
• Assist with coordination of difficult cases needing placement in an alternate level of care facility
• Document discharge activities as outlined in standard operating procedures and data entry strategies
• Participate in team meetings, education discussions, and related activities
• Work collaboratively with team members in a matrix environment to ensure a positive experience for members, providers, and care teams

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of recent experience in the acute inpatient hospital setting required
  • 2+ years of experience in discharge planning and/or case management required
  • Experience working with multiple health insurance products (Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial) within the insurance industry preferred
• Licenses &
  
  Certifications:
  
  
  • Current, unrestricted Compact RN license required
  • Case Management Certification preferred

United Health Group is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They focus on improving health outcomes through innovative solutions and a culture of inclusion and support for their employees.