Home Health RN Case Manager - Care Coordination & Education

Optum; Ranlo (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum, assess needs, coordinate care, and support discharge and transition planning under supervision of an RN or MD. You will help ensure patients receive appropriate care and teach patients self-care techniques.

You will collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker, supervise LPNs and HHAs, document promptly, and participate in ongoing clinical development and training

Qualifications

• Current RN license valid in the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• CPR certification is required.
• At least 1 year of clinical RN experience in a relevant setting.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments and collaborates with the care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
• Makes referrals to other disciplines as indicated by patient needs.
• Promotes patient health and independence through teaching and rehabilitative measures.
• Supervises LPNs and HHAs.
• Completes documentation timely and accurately.
• Regularly communicates patient progress to the clinical manager and care team.
• Plans and provides staff education.
• Performs on-call responsibilities and services as assigned.
• Participates in clinical development and continuing education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

1+ year RN experience

Driver's license

Reliable transportation & liability 보험

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum, assess needs, coordinate care, and support discharge and transition planning under supervision of an RN or MD. You will help ensure patients receive appropriate care and teach patients self-care techniques.

You will collaborate with a Care Advocate and Social Worker, supervise LPNs and HHAs, document promptly, and participate in ongoing clinical development and training