Registered Nurse Case Manager

Maricopa County; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous training

Tuition reimbursement

State retirement plan

Wellness program

Growth opportunities

Healthcare for dependents

Job summary

Maricopa County Department of Public Health is seeking an RN Case Manager to coordinate Early Intervention and Transitional Case Management for HIV-positive clients released from jail. You will provide counseling, health literacy, and linkage to community-based services to ensure continuity of care.

The role involves discharge planning, collaboration with CHS and jail staff, and HIPAA-compliant documentation within CAREWare and surveillance systems.

Qualifications

• Two years of Registered Nurse experience.
• Valid unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Arizona Board of Nursing (AZBN).
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or nursing experience may substitute for the minimum qualification on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish.
• Experience with interviewing techniques, conducting complex nursing assessments, and providing client care.
• Case management experience working with individuals with communicable diseases.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required upon hire.
• Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Identifies clients in the jail system who may qualify for transitional case management services.
• Reviews client’s release status using jail data systems and medical records.
• Provides transitional case management, including discharge planning and linkage to community HIV care services.
• Completes HIV nursing assessments with medical, dental, substance abuse, mental health, and social histories.
• Develops individualized discharge plans and initiates referrals to community outreach and case management agencies.
• Provides counseling for incarcerated HIV clients on chronic condition management and treatment adherence.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Case management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interviewing techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

CAREWare

Job description

Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $36.75 - $40.88 hourly Full Pay Range: $36.75 - $53.25 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Public Health

About the Position

Are you passionate about coordinating social services and working with individuals who are HIV positive? Are you looking for a position that allows you to use your creative skills to promote health equity and inclusion among individuals impacted by HIV? The RN Case Manager provides coordination of Early Intervention and Transitional Case Management services, including discharge planning and linkage to community-based services, to address the needs of HIV positive clients upon release from the Maricopa County jail system. This position coordinates and provides counseling, health literacy, and linkage to care services for HIV-positive clients within the Maricopa County jail system.

Benefits

• continuous training
• tuition reimbursement
• state retirement plan
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
• Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Tuition and loan payment programs
• Multiple paid leave options

About Us

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH’s mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

Requirements

• Two years of Registered Nurse experience
• Valid unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Arizona Board of Nursing (AZBN)
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution
• An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or nursing experience may substitute for the minimum qualification on a year‑for‑year basis
• Bilingual skills in English/Spanish
• Experience with interviewing techniques, conducting complex nursing assessments, and providing client care
• Case management experience working with individuals with communicable diseases
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required upon hire
• Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check

Responsibilities

• Works with CHS staff to identify clients in the jail system who may qualify for transitional case management services
• Reviews client’s possible release status, using the jail’s data systems and medical records
• Provides transitional case management services, including discharge planning and linkage to community‑based HIV care and services, to clients released from jail to the community; completes an HIV nursing assessment with medical, dental, substance abuse, mental health, and social histories to facilitate linkage to appropriate referrals in the community upon discharge
• Works with clients to complete an individualized discharge plan; and initiates referrals to community outreach and case management agencies
• Provides transitional case management services, including, but not limited to, providing counseling for incarcerated HIV clients about management of a chronic condition; and providing health maintenance information and treatment adherence counseling, including nutrition, monitoring of lab results, medication regimen, and liver health
• Reviews and monitors databases to identify HIV positive clients, coordinates care, and collects data
• Documents case management, health education, and care coordination in medical records
• Coordinates with CHS medical providers and/or jail staff to meet with patients during scheduled clinic hours to assess needs and provide case management services for HIV positive clients
• Maintains documents, CAREWare information, and Public Health surveillance systems to facilitate referrals and program audits in compliance with HIPAA, Ryan White, and CHS requirements

Work Conditions

Work is performed primarily in a correctional setting, with some office time required. Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency. Travel will be required to attend conferences, training, and possible varying work locations.

Eligibility & Health Requirements

• Must be able to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly or require walking or standing to a significant degree
• Must work with a variety of programs and administrations including Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS), Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH), Correctional Health Services (CHS), and the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office
• Ability to draw out critical medical and personal information from an individual in a limited amount of time
• Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine‑preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.

Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package.

We are Maricopa County.