REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Associate’s degree in Nursing with 4+ years of experience
• Registered Nurse with an active and unrestricted license to practice in the state of employment
• Current BLS certification
• 2+ years of experience in a physician’s office, clinical or hospital setting
• Proven knowledge of chronic diseases, especially COPD / asthma, diabetes, CHF and IHD
• Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
• This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor’s diagnosis of disease

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience related to patient education and / or motivational interviewing skills and self-management goal setting
• Proven excellent verbal and written skills
• Proven excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Proven solid interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
  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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
  OptumCare 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.
  OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment

• Works with the providers and clinic staff to identify patients at high risk
• Supports longitudinal care of the patient with chronic care conditions by:
• Performing assessment of health conditions
• Performing medication reconciliation
• Conducting Motivational Interviewing and Self-Management Goal setting
• Providing patient education, creating referrals to appropriate agencies and resources
• Supports transition of the patient with chronic care conditions from inpatient to outpatient setting, by:
• Performing assessment of transitional needs
• Performing medication reconciliation
• Establishing and reviewing contingency plan
• Providing patient education
• Assisting with post discharge needs such as prescriptions, transportation, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), appointments
• Coordinate with providers to establish or update plan of care
• Performs accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participates in daily huddles and Patient Care Coordination (PCC) meetings
• Prepares accurate and timely reports, as required, for weekly meetings
• Maintains continued competence in nursing practice and knowledge of current evidence-based practices
• May perform clinical tasks within their scope of practice
  In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors’ offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We’re innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we’re making health care work better for everyone.
  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.