Inpatient Care Advocate, RN/LCP - M-F telephonic role

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions is driven by powerful and propriety clinical management methods that optimize the health and well-being of individuals. All Behavioral Solutions programs incorporate state-of-the-art predictive modeling, outcomes management and evidence-based best practices. The result is better care and a reduction in overall health care costs. Say goodbye to nights, weekends and holiday shifts and get off your feet! If you are a dedicated RN or LCP with a strong mental healthcare background, we want to hear from you. As an Inpatient Care Advocate in our Atlanta office, you would provide clinical reviews and discharge planning over the phone, while ensuring patients follow up with aftercare. We are proud to offer a supportive, friendly environment with opportunities to earn mental health CEU credits, so bring your talents to our team… apply today.  Primary responsibilities include: Performing phone-based clinical reviews for Medicaid patients Completing concurrent reviews Handling pre-certifications and verifying eligibility/benefits Providing aftercare and/or discharge planning Following up with patient to ensure they are completing their care plans Serving as a resource to patients and their families The chosen candidate must possess: A current, unrestricted RN or LCP license in the state of GA Bachelor’s degree, Nursing Strong clinical experience in a mental health or chemical dependency inpatient setting Discharge planning experience Phone-based concurrent review experience MS Office proficiency and good typing skills  Excellent communication skills In addition, ideal assets include: Psychiatric RNs Managed care experience A background working with the Medicaid population Case management experienceUnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits to full-time and part-time employees, including medical, dental and vision, as well as a matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.  UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. Keywords: RN, Psychiatric RN, Healthcare industry, mental health facilities and/or state hospitals, inpatient, Discharge planning, concurrent review, telephonic review, Medicaid, managed care, RAM, DMP, inpatient care advocate rn, registered nurse, psychology, mental health, behavioral health