Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Transplant Case Manager, you will drive positive outcomes by supporting a diverse member population with education, advocacy and the connections to the resources they need.

This role is required to work Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm (with some flexibility).

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Makes outbound calls to assess members' current health status

• Case manages members in the pre-operative and post-operative phases

• Identifies gaps or barriers in treatment plans

• Provides patient education to assist with self-management

• Interacts with Medical Directors on challenging cases

• Coordinates care for members

• Makes referrals to outside sources

• Coordinates services as needed (home health, DME, etc.)

• Educates members on disease processes

• Encourages members to make healthy lifestyle changes

• Documents and tracks findings

• Makes welcome home calls to ensure that discharged member receive the necessary services and resources

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 your state of residence

• Multiple state licensure (in addition to Compact License if applicable) or ability to obtain multiple state nursing licenses

• 3+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)

• 1+ years of Transplant experience working with solid organ or bone marrow as a Nurse

• Basic level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, with the ability to navigate a Windows environment

• Access to high-speed internet from home (Broadband cable, DSL or fiber)

• Dedicated workspace from home

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Case Manager (CCM)

• 5+ years of Transplant experience working as an RN

• 3+ years of experience working as a Transplant Coordinator

• Managed care experience

• Case Management experience

• Reside in compact RN license state

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $58,300 to $114,300 annually. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

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 employer 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.