Care Transitions Nurse - Atrium Remote FT Evenings 12:00p-8:30p

Advocate Aurora Health; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health system is seeking a remote Care Manager to coordinate patient services and manage health needs. Requires a BSN, 3+ years of RN experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including paid time off and healthcare coverage.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs

Health insurance

Educational Assistance Program

Defined contribution retirement plans

Qualifications

• 5 years of inpatient experience in Med Surg area is a plus.
• Clinical competence in disease management and case management principles required.
• Professional certification required within 3 years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates proactive patient management and care coordination.
• Conducts comprehensive needs assessments for patients.
• Maintains accurate case records and documentation.

Skills

3+ years RN experience in case management

Telephone patient interaction

Ability to work independently

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

BSN

Masters preferred

Current RN license

Job description

Overview

Department: 39733 Enterprise Corporate - Care Transitions

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule Details/Additional Information

Preferred qualifications

3+ years RN experience in case management, triage, with prior telephonic/remote experience. Monday-Friday, 1200-2030. This is a remote work from home position. Must have high speed internet. Must live within 1 hour of Mint Hill Primary Care office. Potential to include holidays.

Pay Range

$37.50 - $56.25

Must live within an hour of Mint Hill

Experience

5 years of inpatient experience in the Med Surg area with additional experience in the ED/Clinic setting is a plus. Having experience talking with patients on the phone is also a plus, since all work will be done via phone.

Job Summary

Facilitates a lifelong, proactive partnership with patients to enhance and personalize management of health-related needs. The Care Manager assesses needs, plans, coordinates, and evaluates services of patients with the goal of equipping and empowering individuals and their families to easily access resources and adopt healthy lifestyles that will increase their ability to remain in the most appropriate care setting. Care Managers focus on five primary areas: 1) population management, 2) patient self-management support, 3) transitions in care, 4) resource connection, and 5) appropriate resource utilization. Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with the multidisciplinary care team including providers, pharmacists, social workers, behavioral health specialists, and nurses to achieve timely, appropriate patient management.

Essential Functions

• Utilizes RN process as a framework to focus the activities of the healthcare team on the achievement of optimal outcomes, resource utilization, clinical expertise, and improvement strategies.
• Interacts with patients, professionals, and the community to achieve continuity of care, coordination of services and to document plans of care across multiple care settings.
• Conducts or participates in comprehensive “all-system” needs assessment for identified patients; knowledge of appropriate care-related services to match identified needs (disease management for health maintenance, and appropriate clinical goal outcomes for identified population).
• Develops and maintains accurate case records of each referred customer/patient.
• Documents fully and accurately; knowledgeable of and utilizes accurate computer databases and documentation systems.
• Maintains knowledge of various reimbursement criteria and documentation necessary for reimbursement, including Medicaid, Medicare, and Managed Care.
• Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice of nursing evaluating own nursing practice in relation to standards and guidelines.

Physical Requirements

Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, bending, and stooping. Must lift a minimum of thirty-five pounds shoulder high. Ability to travel between various locations is required. Requires frequent verbal and written communication in English. Must have intact sight and hearing, finger dexterity, critical thinking, and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in assignments. Occasional intermittent noise and exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals.

Education, Experience and Certifications

BSN required. Masters preferred. Current RN license or temporary license as a Registered Nurse Practitioner in the state in which you work and reside or; if declaring a National License Compact (NLC) state as your primary state of residency, meet licensure requirements in your home state; or for Non-NLC states, current RN license or temporary license as a Registered Nurse Practitioner required in the state where the RN works. Two years of health care experience required, including case management/discharge planning in one of the following settings: Acute care, Home care, LTC care, Physician Office, or Managed Care company. Professional certification required within 3 years of hire date. Clinical competence in disease management and case management principles. Strong interpersonal communication, negotiation, problem-solving, organizational and time management skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a care team. Requires knowledge of appropriate tools. BLS required per policy guidelines.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, and career development opportunities.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training
• Premium pay such as shift work and on-call
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is a national nonprofit, integrated health system with operations across multiple states. It services nearly 6 million patients and engages in trials and research studies. It employs a large workforce across many care locations and is committed to equitable care.