Field HSS Clinical Coordinator RN - Fairbanks-NW Crossing or Spring Branch, TX

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In this RN HSS Clinical Coordinator role, you will be an essential element of an Integrated Care Model by relaying the pertinent information about the member needs and advocating for the best possible care available, and ensuring they have the right services to meet their needs. Our team is made up of RNs, LVN’s, and CACs dedicated to helping members achieve their health care goals. We work closely with the nursing facilities in which our members reside. If you are within Fairbanks – NW Crossing or Spring Branch, TX, or ideal areas within these zip codes 77092, 77018, 77080, 77091 and can travel locally, you will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges. Travel required in local areas about 75% of the time based on business needs. This is a field-based position with a home-based office.

Assess, plan and implement care strategies that are individualized by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, lease restrictive level of care Utilize both company and community-based resources to establish a safe and effective case management plan for members Collaborate with patient, family, and healthcare providers to develop an individualized plan of care Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs, including financial, psychosocial, community, and state supportive services Communicate with all stakeholders the required health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all members Advocate for patients and families as needed to ensure the patient’s needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the healthcare team Utilize approved clinical criteria to assess and determine appropriate level of care for members Document all member assessments, care plan and referrals provided Participate in Interdisciplinary team meetings and Utilization Management rounds and provide information to assist with safe transitions of care Understand insurance products, benefits, coverage limitations, insurance, and governmental regulations as it applies to the health plan Accountable to understand role and how it affects utilization management benchmarks and quality outcomes You’ll need to be flexible, adaptable and, above all, patient in all types of situations