Quick Overview: Position: Skilled Inpatient Care Coordinator RN PT OT Or SLP Remote Nyack, NY Company: Workwarp Start Date: Immediate openings available Compensation: a competitive salary Location: Remote   Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individualÂs physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our naviHealth product, we help... change the way health care is delivered from hospital to home supporting patients transitioning across care settings. This life-changing work helps give older adults more days at home. WeÂre connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Why naviHealth? At naviHealth, our mission is to work with extraordinarily talented people who are committed to making a positive and powerful impact on society by transforming health care. naviHealth is the result of almost two decades of dedicated visionary leaders and innovative organizations challenging the status quo for care transition solutions. We do health care differently and we are changing health care one patient at a time. Moreover, have a genuine passion and energy to grow within an aggressive and fun environment, using the latest technologies in alignment with the companyÂs technical vision and strategy. Optum Home & Community Care Transitions, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individualÂs physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Home and Community Care Transitions product, we help change the way health care is delivered from hospital to home supporting patients transitioning across care settings. This life-changing work helps give older adults more days at home. Why Home and Community Care Transitions? At Home and Community Care Transitions our mission is to work with extraordinarily talented people who are committed to making a positive and powerful impact on society by transforming health care. Home and Community Care Transitions is the result of almost two decades of dedicated visionary leaders and innovative organizations challenging the status quo for care transition solutions. We do health care differently and we are changing health care one patient at a time. Moreover, have a genuine passion and energy to grow within an aggressive and fun environment, using the latest technologies in alignment with the companyÂs technical vision and strategy. This role will be travelling to facilities throughout Rockland County Work hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 AM EST to 5:00 PM EST. Visits to facilities will be twice a week minimum Primary Responsibilities  By serving as the link between patients and the appropriate health care personnel, the SICC is responsible for ensuring efficient, smooth, and prompt transitions of care  Perform Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) assessments on patients using clinical skills and utilizing CMS criteria upon admission to SNF and periodically through the patient stays  Review targets for Length of Stay (LOS), target outcomes, and discharge plans with providers and families  Complete all SNF concurrent reviews, updating authorizations on a timely basis  Collaborate effectively with the patients health care teams to establish an optimal discharge. The health care team includes physicians, referral coordinators, discharge planners, social workers, physical therapists, etc.  Assure patients progress toward discharge goals and assist in resolving barriers  Participate weekly in SNF Rounds providing accurate and up to date information to the Sr. Manager or Medical Director  Assure appropriate referrals are made to the Health Plan, High-Risk Case Manager, and/or community-based services  Engage with patients, families, or caregivers either telephonically or on-site weekly and as needed  Attend patient/family care conferences  Assess and monitor patients continued appropriateness for SNF setting (as indicated) according to CMS criteria  When Home and Community is delegated for utilization management, review referral requests that cannot be approved for continued stay and are forward to licensed physicians for review and issuance of the NOMNC when appropriate  Coordinate peer to peer reviews with Medical Directors  Support new delegated contract start-up to ensure experienced staff work with new contracts  Manage assigned caseload in an efficiently and effectively utilizing time management skills  Enter timely and accurate documentation into Coordinate  Daily review of census and identification of barriers to managing independent workload and ability to assist others  Review monthly dashboards, readmission reports, quarterly, and other reports with the assigned Clinical Team Manager, as needed, to assist with the identification of opportunities for improvement  Adhere to organizational and departmental policies and procedures  Maintain confidentiality of all PHI information in compliance with HIPPA, federal and state regulations, and laws  Complete cross-training and maintain knowledge of multiple contracts/clients to support coverage needs across the business  Keep current on federal and state regulatory policies related to utilization management and care coordination (CMS guidelines, Health Plan policies, and benefits)  Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulatory policies and procedures  Promote a positive attitude and work environment  Attend meetings as requested  Hold patients protected health information confidential as required by applicable laws, regulations, or agency/institution procedures  Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested YouÂll 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. Qualifications Required Qualifications:  Active, unrestricted registered clinical license in New York - Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Therapist  3+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Therapist  Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams)  Access to reliable transportation to travel to facilities throughout Rockland, Westchester and Orange County  Dedicated, distraction-free space in home for home office  Access to high-speed internet from home (Broadband Cable, DSL, Fiber) Preferred Qualifications  Case Management experience  Experience working with geriatric population  Patient education background, rehabilitation, and/or home health nursing experience  Understanding/knowledge of CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid guidelines/regulations  Proven ability to be detail-oriented  Proven ability to be a team player  Proven ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously  Demonstrated exceptional verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills  Proven solid problem solving, conflict resolution, and negotiating skills  Proven independent problem identification/resolution and decision-making skills New York Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $33.75 to $66.25 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 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, youÂll 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 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. 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