Nurse Case Manager

Sevita; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sevita, including ResCare Community Living, seeks a Delegating Nurse Case Manager (RN) in Maryland to oversee delegated nursing functions and health service plans within Assisted Living and Developmental Disabilities settings.

Responsibilities include evaluating client health needs, supervising Med Techs and caregivers, ensuring MBON compliance, and coordinating care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Current Maryland RN license in good standing.
• Completion of MBON Delegating Nurse Training Program.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience; geriatrics/assisted living preferred.
• Knowledge of COMAR Title 10 and Title 15.
• Experience with EHR and documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Delegate and supervise nursing tasks per MBON regulations.
• Assess residents' health care needs and develop service plans.
• Train and supervise Medication Technicians and direct care staff.
• Ensure infection control and accurate documentation.
• Coordinate with physicians, pharmacists, and families.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and participate in audits.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Education

RN license in Maryland

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

The Delegating Nurse Case Manager (DNCM) is a licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Maryland who is certified to delegate nursing functions and oversee the implementation of health services in Assisted Living (AL) and/or Developmental Disabilities (DD) settings. The DNCM is responsible for evaluating clients’ health needs, developing and updating service plans, training and supervising medication technicians and caregivers, and ensuring compliance with Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Delegation & Supervision:
• Assess the competency of medication technicians and caregivers.
• Delegate nursing tasks in accordance with Maryland Nurse Practice Act and MBON regulations.
• Supervise and provide oversight of delegated nursing tasks on an ongoing basis. Supervision would also include other Delegating nurses and medical assistance
• Client Case Management:
• Complete initial and ongoing assessments of residents’/clients’ health care needs.
• Develop and update nursing service plans and health care protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate clients’ conditions, ensuring appropriate interventions.
• Training & Education:
• Train and certify Medication Technicians (Med Techs) as required by Maryland regulations.
• Provide ongoing education and performance evaluation for direct care staff.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, medication administration, and documentation standards.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure the facility or agency remains compliant with Maryland regulations for nursing delegation and assisted living services.
• Maintain documentation in accordance with state and agency policies.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and licensing reviews as needed.
• Communication & Coordination:
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, family members, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Serve as a liaison between medical professionals and facility staff.
• Provide timely reports and updates on clients’ health status to appropriate stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Required: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in Maryland.
• Completion of the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) Delegating Nurse Training Program.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, with preference in geriatrics, assisted living, or developmental disabilities.
• Preferred: Prior experience as a Delegating Nurse in Maryland.
• Knowledge of COMAR regulations (Code of Maryland Regulations), especially Title 10 (Health) and Title 15 (Assisted Living).
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation systems.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of Maryland nursing delegation laws and assisted living regulations.

Work Environment

• On-site at assisted living facilities, group homes, or DD residential programs/with standard office hours to ensure coordination of nursing services.
• Some travel may be required between client sites.
• May include on-call responsibilities or flexible scheduling.

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.