Nursing Care Consultant - Long-Term Care & Community Services

State of Washington; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DSHS HCLA Home and Community Services is seeking Nursing Care Consultants to assess and manage care for clients in Washington, focusing on empowering individuals to live safely in the community.

You will collaborate with families, health care providers, and community partners to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring timely and respectful service delivery for older adults and people with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Washington State RN license.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing with 3 years of clinical or functional nursing experience.
• Or a master's degree in nursing with 2 years of clinical or functional nursing experience.
• Experience in long-term care, mental health and/or behavioral health is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine nursing level of care.
• Provide nursing consultation to clients, families, and professionals to develop care plans.
• Develop initial and ongoing care plans to support community-based living.
• Provide case management including service plans, implementation, review, and termination.
• Educate staff, clients, and caregivers on medical information and nursing care issues.
• Make referrals to community resources and manage caseload priorities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree in nursing

Job description

DSHS HCLA Home and Community Services is seeking Nursing Care Consultants to assess and manage care for clients in Washington, focusing on empowering individuals to live safely in the community.

You will collaborate with families, health care providers, and community partners to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring timely and respectful service delivery for older adults and people with disabilities.