Field Case Manager RN - North Houston

Molina Healthcare; Long Beach (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Molina Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Case Manager RN to provide comprehensive assessments and care coordination for members with high needs. This role involves field travel in Texas, requiring a valid RN license and experience in case management. Join a vibrant team focused on enhancing patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing required.
• Active, unrestricted RN license in Texas required.
• 1-3 years in case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face assessments of members in their homes.
• Develop and monitor care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Facilitate care team meetings for service approval.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Motivational Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

For this position we are seeking a (RN) Registered Nurse who lives in TEXAS and must be licensed for the state of TEXAS

Case Manager RN will work in remote and field setting supporting our Medicaid Star Plus population. Case Manager will be required to physically go to member’s homes to complete Face to Face assessment. You will participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings for our members and ensure they have care plans based on their concerns/health needs. Members have required assessments every six months and can also require “trigger assessments” if they have hospitalizations. Excellent computer skills and attention to detail are very important to multitask between systems, talk with members on the phone, and enter accurate contact notes. This is a fast-paced position, and technical skills are needed with electronic database and Microsoft Office.

TRAVEL in the field to do member visits (Mileage is reimbursed) – covering zip codes North Houston or Greater Inwood: 77064, 77065, 77088, 77092

Home office with internet connectivity of high speed required

Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM CST. - No weekends are Holidays

Job Summary

Molina Healthcare Services (HCS) works with members, providers and multidisciplinary team members to assess, facilitate, plan and coordinate an integrated delivery of care across the continuum, including behavioral health and long-term care, for members with high need potential. HCS staff work to ensure that patients progress toward desired outcomes with quality care that is medically appropriate and cost-effective based on the severity of illness and the site of service.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Completes face-to-face comprehensive assessments of members per regulated timelines.
• Facilitates comprehensive waiver enrollment and disenrollment processes.
• Develops and implements a case management plan, including a waiver service plan, in collaboration with the member, caregiver, physician and/or other appropriate healthcare professionals and member's support network to address the member needs and goals.
• Performs ongoing monitoring of the care plan to evaluate effectiveness, document interventions and goal achievement, and suggest changes accordingly.
• Promotes integration of services for members including behavioral health care and long term services and supports, home and community to enhance the continuity of care for Molina members.
• Assesses for medical necessity and authorize all appropriate waiver services.
• Evaluates covered benefits and advise appropriately regarding funding source.
• Conducts face-to-face or home visits as required.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary care team meetings for approval or denial of services and informal ICT collaboration.
• Uses motivational interviewing and Molina clinical guideposts to educate, support and motivate change during member contacts.
• Assesses for barriers to care, provides care coordination and assistance to member to address psycho/social, financial, and medical obstacles concerns.
• Identifies critical incidents and develops prevention plans to assure member's health and welfare.
• Provides consultation, recommendations and education as appropriate to non-RN case managers
• Works cases with members who have complex medical conditions and medication regimens
• Conducts medication reconciliation when needed.
• 50-75% travel required.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education

Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing

Required Experience

• At least 1 year of experience working with persons with disabilities/chronic conditions and Long Term Services & Supports.
• 1-3 years in case management, disease management, managed care or medical or behavioral health settings.
• Required License, Certification, Association
• Active, unrestricted State Registered Nursing license (RN) in good standing
• If field work is required, Must have valid driver's license with good driving record and be able to drive within applicable state or locality with reliable transportation.

State Specific Requirements

Virginia: Must have at least one year of experience working directly with individuals with Substance Use Disorders

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Preferred Experience

• 3-5 years in case management, disease management, managed care or medical or behavioral health settings.
• 1 year experience working with population who receive waiver services.

Preferred License, Certification, Association

Active and unrestricted Certified Case Manager (CCM)

To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.

Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.