RN Behavioral Health Care Coordinator

Overview

Create and promote adherence to a person-centered care plan, developed in coordination with client, Eyerly Ball provider, primary care provider, and family/caregiver(s). Increase continuity of care by managing relationships with tertiary care providers, transitions-in-care, and referrals. Connect clients to relevant community resources, with the goal of enhancing client health and well-being, increasing client satisfaction, and reducing health care costs.

Collaborates with all members of the multi-disciplinary healthcare team to ensure the delivery of high quality, cost-effective care, as evidenced by coordinated transitions of care; achievement of select quality outcome metrics; appropriate utilization of health management programs and resources, within the structure of a patient-centered medical home. Success in this position will lead to improved health for the client and reduced health care costs for the managed population of clients.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Engage members in comprehensive, whole-person care management through outreach, assessments, care plans, and ongoing monitoring.
• Coordinate care by scheduling appointments, tracking referrals, supporting follow-up, and collaborating with providers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote health and wellness through education, prevention support, chronic condition self-management, medication adherence, and healthy lifestyle resources.
• Support transitional care by participating in discharge planning, monitoring for crisis needs, and following up after emergency room or hospital visits.
• Connect members and families to social, community, and support services, including primary care, wellness programs, school supports, substance use treatment, housing, and crisis resources.

Qualifications

Education: A graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed to practice in the State of Iowa.

Experience: Knowledge of, and experience in working with adults with mental illness. At least three years of combined experience in both primary health and mental health fields.

License(s)/Certification(s): Possess a valid driver’s license, proof of auto liability insurance and a good driving record.

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