LPN Case Manager - Sign On and Relo!

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 38,311 - 53,202; Full time

Job summary

SEARHC in Southeast Alaska is seeking a nursing professional to coordinate delivery of timely, safe care for patients with chronic disease within clinical, home, and community settings.

The role requires Alaska nursing license, BLS, and clinical competency within 3 months of hire, with ability to work autonomously, manage caseloads, and collaborate across SEARHC’s network. SEARHC offers comprehensive benefits and career development.

Qualifications

• Current full, unrestricted nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree preferred) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, social service, health administration, or related field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and patient-centered.
• Assess self-management skills of patients and caregivers and encourage wellness and autonomy through support, training, and coordination of community and/or referred services.
• Communicate regularly with patients and caregivers regarding Plan of Care (POC).
• Coordinate within and outside of the SEARHC health system to implement a consistent, effective care system.
• Establish patient caseload in target communities and track progress and outcomes.
• Maintain knowledge of existing community services and collaborate to close gaps.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects.

Skills

Customer service

Assessment and data collection

Oral and written communication

Nursing knowledge/apply nursing

Use of computers/medical equipment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Bachelor’s degree in social work/health administration/related field

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Medical equipment

Job description

Pay Range:

Pay Range:$27.81 - $38.62This position functions within the SEARHC primary care department and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, as well as promoting quality and cost-effective health care outcomes.

This position works with at-risk populations and those with chronic disease(s) by providing comprehensive care management in clinical and home-based settings within the existing local network of clinical, home and, community-based services.

Must utilize sound medical knowledge and clinical judgement in determining patient referrals, outreach, and coordination of care to maintain patient safety and service quality. Decisions must be made with weighted consideration and awareness of the impact that they have on patient care and outcomes.

Must possess the ability to work autonomously to implement interventions, assess frameworks, and identify solutions at an individual, community, and system level. Will seek supervisor support when indicated and/or necessary.

Must be able to multi-task and work at a quick pace.

SEARHC

is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

Individual case management services

Coordinate and deliver care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and patient-centered. Assess self-management skills of patients and caregivers and encourage wellness and autonomy through support, training, and coordination of community and/or referred services. Communicate regularly with patients and caregivers regarding Plan of Care (POC).

System-based services

Coordinate within and outside of the SEARHC health system to implement a consistent, effective, supportive system of care. Establish patient caseload in target communities. Track and maintain case management data. Monitor patient progress and track outcomes using SEARHC standards of performance and care.

Community-based services.

Support and strengthen working relationships with home and community-based service providers in rural communities through a coordinated system of care. Promote regular communication and team relationships between home and community-based providers, clinic staff and case management staff on a local and regional level. Maintain working knowledge of existing community services and collaboratively seek to close gaps.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

Current full, unrestricted Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required.

Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date.

Agency staff must have an active Alaska license.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree preferred) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

OR

Bachelor’s degree in social work, social service, health administration, or related field.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire

and every three years

Experience Required

At least 1 year of general nursing experience with at least 6 months’ employment as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic

OR

at least 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory setting

OR

1 year case management experience.

Knowledge of

Available services at SEARHC, other tribal health organizations in Alaska and community.

The nursing process.

Safety and infection control principles.

Skills in

Customer service.

Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection.

Oral and written communication.

Ability to

Apply nursing process knowledge in the working environment.

Use equipment such as computers and medical equipment.

Required Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, Licensed Practical Nurse - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing

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