Health Care Case Manager (Registered Nurse) for Burlington West (Willingboro, NJ)

Rutgers University; Willingboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health Care Case Manager to support the health needs of children in out-of-home placements. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including caregivers and health providers, to ensure each child's health care needs are met effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric nursing, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for helping vulnerable families. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of children and families in the community. If you are looking for a fulfilling career in health care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field is required.
• 1-2 years of pediatric nursing experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enrollment of children in managed care upon placement.
• Assess health care needs and develop health care plans for children.

Skills

Pediatric Nursing

Health Assessment

Care Coordination

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

BA/BS in Health-related Field

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

New Jersey RN License

Job description

Health Care Case Manager (Registered Nurse) for Burlington West (Willingboro, NJ)

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Health Care Case Manager for Burlington West for the Child Health Program within the School of Nursing, located in Willingboro, NJ. The Health Care Case Manager (HCCM) functions to support the Department of Children and Families (DCF)/Child Protection and Permanency (CP&P) in meeting the health care and protection needs of children in out-of-home placement, in collaboration with other staff of the Child Health Unit in that local office.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Upon entry into out-of-home placement, assists with enrollment of a child in a managed care entity and identification of a medical home (primary care provider), and informs the child, caregiver and DCF/CP&P, as needed.
• Assesses a child’s health care status and needs by retrieving a complete health history through obtaining and reviewing all medical records and interviewing past providers and caregivers; forwards all information to the medical home and other health providers as needed.
• Schedules an Initial Physical Health Evaluation, in consultation with the caregiver and DCF/CP&P, reviews the preliminary and final reports, and ensures that all recommendations for health care are completed.
• Develops a child health care plan in collaboration with the child’s medical home, as well as involved specialists, caregivers, other community service providers, and when appropriate, DCF/CP&P.
• Links the child and caregiver with appropriate health resources and community services.
• Assures that the child is scheduled for and attends timely EPSDT visits and specialty appointments, reviews all reports, and ensures all necessary reports are forwarded to the medical home.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or a BA/BS degree in a health-related field required.
• May substitute years of pediatric nursing experience for degree.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in pediatric nursing required.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Current certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers required.
• Vehicle and valid New Jersey license required for off-site visits.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience in nursing case management, community health nursing, or nursing care of vulnerable families preferred.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.