Home Health RN Case Manager: Lead Care Coordination

Jobtome; Welcome (SC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase programs

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum in home health settings. You will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care under supervision of an RN or MD.

Responsibilities include developing care plans, coordinating referrals, educating patients, supervising LPNs and HHAs, documenting thoroughly, and participating in ongoing education and staff

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state(s) you are assigned to work.
• 1+ year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and 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 on-call services to patients/families as assigned.
• Participates in clinical development and continuing education programs.

Skills

Care coordination

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Education

RN license (state-specific)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Nurse Case Manager to guide patients and families through the care continuum in home health settings. You will assess needs, coordinate care, support discharge and transition planning, and manage ongoing outpatient care under supervision of an RN or MD.

Responsibilities include developing care plans, coordinating referrals, educating patients, supervising LPNs and HHAs, documenting thoroughly, and participating in ongoing education and staff