RN Complex Case Management - Hybrid in Las Vegas, NV
Optum · Las Vegas, NV · 4 wk ago
Healthcare$29–$54/hrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of 70+ patients, prioritizing care needs using solid clinical judgment and critical thinking
- Perform post-hospital discharge follow-ups to ensure safe transitions of care and reduce avoidable readmissions
- Provide patient education on diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans to improve self-management and adherence
- Carefully coordinate care across primary care, specialty providers, and community resources to ensure continuity and quality outcomes
- Apply case management standards of practice to effectively manage MA populations
- Serve as a patient advocate, providing clinical insight and recommendations to the interdisciplinary care team
- Conduct assessments and develop in collaboration with patients, families, and providers
- Identify and close gaps in care across transitions, breaking down silos and promoting efficient healthcare delivery
- Partner with providers to implement strategies that prevent readmissions and improve outcomes
- Maintain solid knowledge of case management practices, benefits, and community resources
- Support chronic disease management and preventative care initiatives with accurate documentation
- Follow established protocols related to medication management, preventive services, and disease management
Required Qualifications
- A High School diploma or equivalent
- An active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Nevada
- 3+ years of direct patient care nursing experience, including discharge planning or care coordination
- 2+ years of dedicated Case Management experience
- Demonstrated solid critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills in a case management setting
- Proven experience managing complex, high-risk patient populations and high-volume caseloads
- Proven knowledge of utilization management and health plan benefit structures
- Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven solid organizational, prioritization, and care coordination skills
- Proficiency with MS Office and care management systems
- A valid Nevada driver's license with access to reliable transportation and active auto insurance
Preferred Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field (or in progress)
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) certification