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We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental, and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere.
As a team member of our Senior Community Care (SCC) product, we work with a team to provide care to patients at home in a nursing home, assisted living for senior housing.
This life-changing work adds a layer of support to improve access to care.
We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
An RN functions as part of the National On Call team, and reports to the National On Call Hub Clinical Services Manager. The RN performs activities that fall within the RN scope of practice.
This role works in close collaboration with all the team members and may support multiple providers. The RN works under the direction of the provider, and activities are delegated to the RN by the provider or the Hub CSM.
The RN understands and supports the CCM models of care including the Institutional Special Needs Plan (ISNP), Institutional Equivalent Special Needs Plan (IESNP), Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (DSNP), and Transitions to Skilled (TTS).
The Senior Community Care (SCC) National On Call Registered Nurse is responsible for providing telephonic care and direction to members and facility staff during various overnight, weekend, and holiday hours.
This role is responsible for the delivery of medical care services to a pre-designated group of enrollees.
In this home-based role you will provide afterhours virtual (primarily telephonic) care for aging residents in various settings.
This excellent opportunity affords an autonomous role bringing enormous satisfaction in the care and comfort of our aging population.
Scheduling & Hours :
This is a Part Time work from home position requiring various shift coverage with a mix of weeknights, weekend, and holiday coverage.
While shift times can vary, we provide coverage to members on weeknights from 5pm- 8am local time, continuous coverage from Friday at 5pm to Monday at 8am.
Holiday coverage is also provided beginning at 5pm of the end of the last business day to 8am of the resumption of business hours.
Availability and Coverage expectations for this role :
While shift times can vary, we provide coverage to members on weeknights from 5pm- 8am local time, continuous coverage from Friday at 5pm to Monday at 8am
Holiday coverage is also provided beginning at 5pm of the end of the last business day to 8am of the resumption of business hours
Availability and Coverage expectations for this role-Weeknight shifts between 5pm and 8am
Every other weekend coverage for 12-hour shifts covering both day and evening shifts- Expectations that you are working and / or have approved PTO for 26 weekends / year.
Each FT / PT employee is eligible to have off up to 6 weekend shifts a year for PTO
Unapproved time away / Unpaid Time Off will result in need to add additional weekend shift to your schedule
Overnight and holidays are required for all RNs
Holiday scheduling is completed at the beginning of the year for advanced planning
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely
from anywhere within the U. S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities :
Care Coordination
Assist the provider / team with various care coordination activities to support the role of the National On Call APCs
Telephonic triage of incoming calls and voicemails to determine the correct level of care
Collaborating with the nursing facility, APCs, and community members to identify and respond to changes in condition
Assist the provider / team with inbound and outbound communications for members including addressing handoffs, telephonic assessments, acuity follow-ups, and proactive / RED facility calls
Team Support - Assist in the coordination of the follow up of members in the ER
Participate in the onboarding of new clinical staff under the direction of the CSM; the RN may coordinate onboarding activities and participate in other orientation activities under the direction of the Hub CSM
Documentation- Document all clinical information, telephonic assessments, and activities in the appropriate documentation tool
RN to APC Hand Off- One entry by the RN and one responding entry by the APC should be recorded in the appropriate documentation tool
Escalating appropriate calls to the On-Call APC
Use of RN mini soap notes for acute change in condition calls escalated to APC
Use of the fall mini soap notes for reported falls, escalate to APC
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 :
Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of residence
Licensed in at least 2 of the states initially (NY, NJ, CT, RI, ME, and NH). Additional licensure in assigned states must be obtained within 60 days of hire
3+ years of clinical experience in a hospital, acute care, home health / hospice, direct care, or case management position
Computer / typing proficiency to enter and retrieve data in electronic clinical records
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Dedicated space for home office set up
Access to high-speed internet services
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience working with the needs of vulnerable populations who have chronic or complex bio-psychosocial needs
Experience triaging calls
Proven solid problem-solving skills
Proven ability to communicate complex or technical information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret complex information from other
Proven ability to flex with change and perform positively and efficiently in production driven environment
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D. C. Residents Only : The hourly range for this role is $28.
03 to $54.95 per hour. 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 o
Compensation Information :
$54.95 / Hourly - $54.95 / Hourly
Starting At : 54.95 Hourly
Up To : 0.0 Hourly