Nurse Care Manager (Healthcare Home)

Burrell Behavioral Health; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Nurse Care Manager, where you will provide education and care coordination to clients facing chronic medical conditions. This full-time role in Columbia, MO offers a collaborative environment, with numerous benefits including generous PTO and extensive healthcare packages. If you are an LPN passionate about patient advocacy, we encourage you to apply and help us empower individuals in achieving better health outcomes.

Benefits

29 Days of PTO

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of chronic disease processes in both children and adults.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to implement innovative care systems and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with treatment team members to support clients with complex medical conditions.
• Provide individualized health education and training on chronic diseases.
• Manage hospital and provider admissions/discharges for assigned clients.

Skills

Communication

Patient Advocacy

Chronic Disease Knowledge

Education

Active LPN license

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Nurse Care Manager
Location: Columbia, MO
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Monday – Friday

Job Summary:

Are you a compassionate and knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing complex health challenges? Join our team at Burrell Behavioral Health as a Nurse Care Manager in Columbia, MO!

As a Nurse Care Manager, you will work closely with internal and external treatment teams to provide education, care coordination, and ongoing support to clients who have or are at risk for chronic medical conditions. Your clinical knowledge and passion for patient advocacy will help empower individuals to better manage their health and improve their overall wellbeing.

Columbia, MO offers a vibrant community with access to exceptional healthcare, education, and recreational opportunities. Come be a part of something that matters and help us advance health equity across our communities.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 Days of PTO

• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment *eligibility requirement

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more*

• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employee

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Mileage Reimbursement
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with treatment team members to support clients with or at risk for complex medical conditions

• Provide individualized health education and training on chronic diseases and medication management

• Develop and implement wellness and prevention initiatives

• Participate in initial and ongoing treatment planning for Healthcare Home enrollees

• Manage hospital and provider admissions/discharges for assigned clients

• Facilitate health education groups using advanced knowledge of medical conditions

• Consult with treatment teams regarding client health concerns and care planning

• Utilize DMH Net Health technology programs including Cyberaccess, Care Manager, and IntellectAbility

• Monitor and report performance measures and outcomes using nursing-specific information systems

• Participate in quality assurance, clinical documentation, program evaluation, and grant-related initiatives

• Access emergency services in crisis situations as needed

• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor
  

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Active LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license required

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) preferred
  

Required License/Certification:

• Current LPN licensure in the state of Missouri

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of chronic disease processes in both children and adults

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to implement innovative care systems and workflows

• Sound decision-making abilities based on clinical reasoning and nursing processes

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
  

Supervisory Requirements:

• None
  

Brightli is on a Mission:

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.