Registered Nurse Care Coordinator - Field Based in Kaunakakai, HI

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates At UnitedHealthcare, we're reshaping the healthcare experience, fostering healthier communities, and eliminating barriers to quality care. Your contributions here will positively impact the lives of millions. Join us in building the healthcare system of tomorrow—more responsive, affordable, and equitable. If you're ready to make a difference, come start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. In this role, you will coordinate long-term care needs for patients within the community, working in the field and ensuring each patient receives individualized care. You'll benefit from the support of an esteemed and dynamic team. UnitedHealth Group is dedicated to enhancing health care for our patients through your diverse knowledge and experience. As a Health and Social Services Care Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in our Integrated Care Model by sharing important information regarding member needs, advocating for optimal care, and ensuring that patients access the right services tailored to their needs. If you're located on Molokai, HI, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* while tackling challenging issues. The position requires approximately 75% local travel. Primary Responsibilities: • Evaluate, plan, and implement personalized care strategies directed at the most appropriate, least restrictive levels of care. • Initiate referrals for social service programs, encompassing financial, psychosocial, community, and state-assisted services. • Manage the care plan throughout the care continuum as the single point of contact. • Communicate necessary health-related information to all stakeholders, ensuring quality coordinated care and prompt service delivery to all members. • Advocate for patients and families, ensuring their needs and preferences are fully represented and supported by the healthcare team. • Conduct visits to members in their homes or long-term care facilities, demonstrating flexibility and patience in varying situations. You'll be recognized and rewarded for your performance in a challenging environment that provides clear direction for success and opportunities for professional development in other areas you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: • Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of Hawaii. • 2+ years of experience in a community health setting or a related healthcare role. • Experience working directly or collaborating with services for long-term care, home health, hospice, public health, or assisted living. • Intermediate proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Willingness or ability to travel within the assigned region to visit Medicaid members in various settings, including homes, community centers, hospitals, or provider offices. • Access to reliable Internet via landline. • Driver's license and reliable transportation. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree or higher. • CCM (Certified Case Manager) certification. • Case Management experience. • Exposure to discharge planning. • Experience with utilization review, concurrent review, or risk management. • Familiarity with electronic charting. • Experience arranging community resources. • Background in Public Health Nursing. • Field-based work experience. • Experience managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs. • Background in mental health or experience working with serious mental illness. All employees working remotely must comply with UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 based on full-time employment, subject to several factors including local labor markets and experience. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and a 401k contribution plan (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help individuals live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone. We believe all people—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income—deserve the opportunity to lead their healthiest lives. We aim to reduce barriers to good health that disproportionately affect people of color, marginalized groups, and low-income individuals. Our commitment to equitable care and improved health outcomes is integral to our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, among other characteristics protected by law. UnitedHealth Group maintains a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test before starting employment.