Health Care Management Nurse I/II

Oklahoma Department Of Human Services; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oklahoma Department of Human Services is seeking a Health Care Management Nurse to conduct medical eligibility assessments for various programs. This role requires extensive travel and professional nursing experience. Candidates must possess a valid Oklahoma RN license and have strong assessment skills.

Benefits

Full State Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Two years of professional nursing experience for Level I.
• Three years of professional nursing experience for Level II.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and comprehensive assessments for medical eligibility.
• Assist with Adult Protective Services evaluations as needed.

Skills

Nursing

Assessment

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse License

Job description

This position is located in Oklahoma City Metro (surrounding areas) and Norman, Oklahoma.

Health Care Management Nurse

Annual Salary:

Level I: - Y15A - $58,055.13/ Per Year + Full State Benefits Package

Level II: - Y15B- $62,409.27/ Per Year + Full State Benefits Package

Travel is EXTENSIVE-Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.Occasional short-notice home visits are required, and the candidate must be able to report within an acceptable amount of time

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm initially

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I:

• Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or Registered Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Two years of professional nursing experience

Level II:

• Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing or Registered Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Three years of professional nursing experience

This Registered Nurse position fulfills medical eligibility assessments for Title 19 nursing home admissions, State Plan Personal Care, and ADvantage Waiver applications. Completes a thorough evaluation of the medical level of care eligibility for each applicant.

Job Responsibilities

• Telephone, Electronic, and/or In-Person Home visits in assigned area with the applicant to complete a comprehensive assessment that is used to identify needs and make recommendations for medical eligibility for long-term care programs. Requires dependable Internet services for working in remote settings.
• NECESSARY CONNECTIVITYMust have stable and reliable home internet (not a hot spot) for telework or will be required to work in the office.
• Must be able to frequently lift up to 15 lbs. for transporting the computer.
• May be required to assist in other areas, as needed due to the high application volume.
• Assists with Adult Protective Services evaluations as requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's)

• KSAs required include the knowledge, skills, and ability to analyze complex health concerns and issues, including evaluating adherence to established healthcare standards and the effectiveness of health management plans and/or programs and recommending changes or revisions.
• Employees have a high degree of independence in planning and completing work assignments and may function as the lead person on some special projects. It also requires professional nursing knowledge in reviewing, auditing, and analyzing nursing and healthcare services provided by direct care providers to ensure that the appropriate healthcare resources are used at the proper level to meet the healthcare needs of clients.

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OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.

Announcement Number: 25-JD109

83001180/JR45154