Case Manager LVN Well Med at Pecan Valley
Company: Optum
Location: Mico
Posted on: January 25, 2025
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Job Description:
$2,200 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
Opportunities at WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses.
We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of
medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion
for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for
physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can
make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Healthcare Coordinator is responsible for successfully
supporting patients with high risk health conditions to navigate
the healthcare system. The Healthcare Coordinator assists in
developing patient empowerment by acting as an educator, resource,
and advocate for patients and their families to ensure a maximum
quality of life. -The Healthcare Coordinator interacts and
collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams, to include
physicians, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technologists, social
workers, and other educators to support the transition of care
process. The Healthcare Coordinator acts as a resource for clinic
staff. -The Healthcare Coordinator works in a less structured,
self-directed environment and performs all nursing duties within
the scope of a LVN/LPN license of the applicable state board of
nursing.
Primary Responsibilities:
Works with the providers and clinic staff to identify patients at
high risk through transitions of care. This is to support the
market initiative of reducing utilizations, including ER visits,
hospital admissions, and hospital readmissions
Supports longitudinal care of the patient with chronic care
conditions by:
performing assessment of health conditions
initiating medication reconciliation for PCP to complete
conducting Motivational Interviewing and Self-Management Goal
setting
providing patient education
Supports transition of the patient with chronic care conditions
from inpatient to outpatient setting, by:
performing assessment of transitional needs
initiating medication reconciliation for PCP to complete
establishing and reviewing contingency plan and 24/7 patient
support availability
providing patient education in a self-management format
completing 3 in 30 on all high risk members experiencing a
discharge
ensure a 7 calendar day follow up with PCP post discharge
assisting with post discharge needs such as prescriptions,
transportation, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), appointments by
creating and following up on social work referrals
refers to case management for complex case needs, longitudinal
needs, and/or disease management
Coordinate with providers to establish or update plan of care
Performs accurate and timely documentation in the electronic
medical record
Participates in daily huddles and Patient Care Coordination (PCC)
meetings
Prepares accurate and timely reports, as required, for weekly
meetings
Maintains continued competence in nursing practice and knowledge of
current evidence based practices
May perform clinical tasks within their scope of practice
Performs all other related duties as assigned
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:
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with an active and unrestricted
license to practice in the state of employment
Current BLS certification
2+ years of experience in a physician's office, clinical or
hospital setting
Knowledge of chronic diseases, especially COPD/asthma, diabetes,
CHF and IHD
Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic
medical records
Proven excellent verbal and written skills
Proven solid interpersonal skills
Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with
multidisciplinary teams
Proven excellent organizational and prioritization skills
This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of
immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease
Preferred Qualifications:
IV Certification
Experience related to patient education and/or motivational
interviewing skills and self-management goal setting
Experience with outbound patient telecommunications
Fluent written and verbal skills in English and Spanish
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Physical & Mental Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 35 pounds of
force
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or
machinery
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in
writing
Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem
solving
The hourly range for this role is $19.86 to $38.85 per hour based
on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including
but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. 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: UnitedHealth Group 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. - -
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. -
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