Registered Nurse Case Manager

Incare Services LLC-Care Takers; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Incare Services LLC-Care Takers is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for home health in the Tulsa area. The role requires applying nursing care per Plan of Care, performing assessments, and coordinating with physicians for patient needs.

Qualified candidates hold an Oklahoma RN license, CPR certification, and at least one year of home health or hospital experience. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential, with HIPAA compliance expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and RN license.
• 1+ year in home health or hospital setting.
• Competency assessments must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and vital signs.
• Develop and implement Plan of Care with physician orders.
• Provide patient education per care plan and document care.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and accurate charting.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

RN license (Oklahoma)

CPR certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary:

To provide prescribed nursing care services to the ill, injured, convalescent, and disabled persons in the home care setting by following a Plan of Care (POC) according to the patient's needs.

Essential Functions:

Must use the ability to transfer scientific knowledge from social, biological, and physical sciences in the application of the nursing process.

Responsibilities:

Conduct a physical examination of the patient, including vital signs, physical assessment, mental status, appetite, and type of diet, etc. Evaluate the patient, family member(s), and home environment to determine what health teaching will be required. Perform accurate assessments, develop and implement a written Plan of Care with the patient following physician's orders and according to agency guidelines; performs and documents nursing interventions including patient education according to the plan of care and adapts these actions as patient needs change.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conforms to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as assigned or requested.
• Continually strive to improve his/her nursing care by attending in-service education, through formal education, attendance at workshops, conferences, goal setting, active participation in professional and related organizations, and individual research.
• Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to Agency policy.
• Possess adequate knowledge of Medicare and insurance standards to ensure reimbursement for all services rendered.

Necessities:

• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Must have the ability to fill out and turn in a time sheet in a timely manner.
• Must have respect and take care of company technology placed in your care.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to supervise in accordance with agency policies and applicable laws.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Friendly and cooperative attitude with patients, family, and staff.
• Ability to use critical thinking to resolve problems.

Technology/Equipment Operation:

Must be able to interact with a computer to check email, assess training, and look at your schedule. Must be able to interact with an iPad for onsite charting and documentation. Instruments and Equipment used on a regular basis: thermometer, blood pressure cuff, glucometer, PT/INR machine, PICC line, wound vac, IV skills competency will be evaluated upon hire.

Job Conditions:

Must have a driver's license and be willing to drive to patient's residence within 50-mile radius of the current TruHeart Office (2738 East 51st St, Ste 24, Tulsa, OK 74105). The ability to communicate both verbally and in writing is required as frequent communication by telephone and in writing is involved. The ability to access a patient's home, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, is required. Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care.

Information Management:

Has access to all patient medical records which may be discussed with the supervising nurse. Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security regarding patients and business trade practices. Maintains patient rights and dignity through HIPAA compliance.

Age Related Competencies:

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs and appropriate for this position.

Risk Management:

Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations. Keep abreast of changes in health care law. Maintains agency/program compliance with local, state, and federal laws as well as state accreditation standards.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for RN
• Experience: One or more years in home health agency or in hospital setting
• Training: Competency assessments must be completed

License/Certification:

Current Oklahoma RN license, CPR, driver's license, and auto insurance

Work Attire:

Scrubs

Environmental Conditions:

Moderate noise level; inherent potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens, moderate stress, and emotional demands.

Physical Requirements:

A. Sitting (3-6 hours daily)
B. Standing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
C. Walking (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
D. Twisting (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
E. Bending (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
F. Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling/Climbing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
G. Wrist Deviation (Side to Side) (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
H. Hand/Wrist Repetitions (Up and Down) (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
I. Reaching (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
J. Grasping: Simple <50 pounds (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
K. Pulling (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
L. Pushing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
M. Lifts and Carries (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)