Nurse Care Manager

Health eCareers

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Nurse Care Manager to oversee telephonic care coordination for high-risk patients. This role involves developing comprehensive care plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring continuity of care across the healthcare ecosystem. Ideal candidates will possess a strong nursing background with expertise in care management and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

Registered nursing license (unrestricted) required.
Expertise in care management and coordination across healthcare providers.
Experience with EHR systems and real-time documentation.

Responsibilities

Responsible for telephonic care coordination of high-risk patients.
Works with a multidisciplinary Care Team Pod to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Acts as an advocate for patients and ensures integration of services.

Skills

Registered nursing license

Expertise in care management

Strong communication skills

Telephonic assessments

Critical thinking

Digital tools proficiency

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Company Overview

Upward Health is an in-home, multidisciplinary medical group providing 24/7 whole-person care. Our clinical team treats physical, behavioral, and social health needs when and where a patient needs help. Everyone on our team from our doctors, nurses, and Care Specialists to our HR, Technology, and Business Services staff are driven by a desire to improve the lives of our patients. We are able to treat a wide range of needs – everything from addressing poorly controlled blood sugar to combatting anxiety to accessing medically tailored meals – because we know that health requires care for the whole person. It’s no wonder 98% of patients report being fully satisfied with Upward Health!

Job Title & Role Description

The Nurse Care Manager is responsible for telephonic care coordination of high-risk patients who require comprehensive care plans addressing chronic conditions. The Nurse Care Manager works with a multidisciplinary Care Team Pod, collaborating to ensure optimal health outcomes for patients through personalized care plans, self-management, and disease prevention. This role focuses on care transitions, particularly for patients discharged from inpatient settings, and involves telephonic outreach, medication reconciliation, and ensuring continuity of care across the healthcare ecosystem. The Nurse Care Manager acts as an advocate for patients and ensures the integration of services across providers, hospitals, and outpatient services.

Skills Required

Registered nursing license (unrestricted)
Expertise in care management and coordination across healthcare providers
Strong communication skills for patient and caregiver education
Ability to conduct telephonic assessments, care plans, and medication reconciliation
Experience with EHR systems and real-time documentation
Ability to work independently and manage multiple patient cases
Critical thinking and decision-making skills in developing care plans
Proficient in using digital tools for care coordination and communication

Key Behaviors

Patient-Centered Care:

Develops strong relationships with patients and caregivers, advocating for their needs and ensuring they understand and follow their care plans.

Collaboration

Works effectively with the multidisciplinary Care Team Pod to ensure seamless care across all providers and services.

Proactive Communication

Actively reaches out to patients and caregivers within 48 hours of discharge to ensure smooth transitions and minimize gaps in care.

Advocacy And Education

Provides clear, compassionate education to patients and families about treatment options and ensures patients are empowered to manage their health.

Care Coordination

Ensures that care is effectively coordinated across multiple providers, institutions, and services, particularly during transitions of care.

Time Management

Effectively manages patient caseloads, balancing multiple tasks while adhering to deadlines and care plans.

Problem Solving

Identifies potential gaps in care, resolves issues through collaboration with providers, and works to optimize patient outcomes.

Confidentiality

Maintains patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA regulations to ensure privacy in all interactions.

Cultural Competence

Demonstrates respect for diversity, ensuring culturally sensitive care that meets the needs of diverse patient populations.

Competencies

Clinical Expertise:

Strong knowledge of chronic disease management, care transitions, and evidence-based practices to develop and implement care plans.

Effective Communication

Skilled at delivering complex medical information clearly to patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.

Care Plan Development

Proficient in creating personalized care plans that address physical, behavioral, and social health needs.

Technology Proficiency

Ability to use electronic health records (EHR) and care management systems to document, track, and coordinate patient care.

Outcome-Oriented

Focused on achieving optimal clinical and financial outcomes for patients through effective care coordination and management.

Independent And Team-Oriented

Able to work independently in a remote environment while also collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.

Critical Thinking

Uses clinical judgment to assess, analyze, and evaluate patient progress, adapting care plans as needed to achieve optimal results.

Multitasking And Prioritization

Manages multiple patient cases simultaneously while prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and ensure comprehensive care.

Patient Engagement

Motivates patients to follow care plans and improve self-care skills through regular communication and support.

Upward Health is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

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