RN Call Assist PST including weekends - Remote

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Position in this function is under general supervision, the Staff RN/Consulting Nurse is responsible for providing telephone triage assessment to Primary Care patients by using state of the art telecommunications, information technology and approved protocols; to clients ensuring the efficient use of medical and nursing, facilities and equipment and to provide excellent customer service.

Schedule:

• Week 1: Sun Off, Mon Off, Tues, Off, Wed 1pm-9pm, Thurs 1pm-9pm, Fri 1pm-9pm, Sat 8am-8pm = 32 PST hours

• Week 2: Sun 8am-8pm, Mon Off, Tues Off, Wed 1pm-9pm, Thurs 1pm-9pm, Fri 1pm-9pm, Sat Off = 32 PST hours

If you are able to work in the PST time zone, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Utilizes clinical expertise and approved protocols to provide health advice to consumers with clinical questions and makes referrals for health services as appropriate via telephone

• Be able to document calls in applicable system in a timely manner and exhibits a willingness to master new work routines and methods

• Documents all inquiries according to department standards for legal/statistical purposes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Be able to problem solve issues independently as well as work with teams collaboratively situations require assessment, decision-making within the framework of established protocols, excellent listening and communication skills, knowledge of computers, critical thinking skills and the nursing process

• Speaks with a pleasant, professional phone voice and provides superior customer service to internal and external customers

• Ensures performance standards are met and accepts constructive feedback

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:

• Unrestricted WA State or Compact RN license

• 3+ years of experience in a clinical setting (Med/Surg, critical care, ER, etc.), disease management, home health, discharge planning, utilization review, patient education and telephonic nursing

• Ability to work a PST work schedule to include evenings and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

• American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN)

• 1+ years of Call Center Nursing experience

• Case Management experience

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

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 hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

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.

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.