RN Care Manager

Manager of Inpatient Care Management

The Manager of Inpatient Care Management is responsible for the day-to-day functioning, future planning and fiscal oversight of Inpatient Care Coordination in a manner that supports the mission and vision of Mercy in Portland, Maine.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Clinical operations across the continuum of care (assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating)
• Care management and coordination of care
• Takes lead role in setting direction and participating in or developing new programs
• Sets team direction, resolves problems and provides guidance to members of the team
• Ensures the team meets established performance metrics and performance guarantees
• Adapts departmental plans and priorities to address business and operational challenges

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:

• BSN degree
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the State
• 3+ years of experience in nursing leadership
• 3+ years of experience in a hospital setting, acute care, direct care experience or experience as a telephonic Case Manager for an insurance company
• Care management experience
• Demonstrated basic level of experience with Microsoft Word, with the ability to navigate a Windows environment
• Ability to be onsite 5 days a week at the hospital
• Driver's License and access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Case Manager (CCM)
• Experience/exposure with discharge planning
• Experience in utilization review, concurrent review and/or risk management
• Background in managed care
• Proven solid organizational skills and multitasking abilities will be keys to success

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.