Registered Nurse Case Manager - Home Health | Polk County

Iowa Home Care; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Company vehicle or paid mileage

Job summary

Iowa Home Care is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Case Manager to coordinate comprehensive home health services across Polk County. You will assess patient needs, create individualized care plans, monitor progress, and maintain clear communication with patients, families, and the clinical team.

The role emphasizes clinical autonomy, organization, and strong documentation. Candidates should have RN licensure, CPR, and a track record in acute care with a passion for home health care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure and CPR certification.
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving and math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.
• Licensed driver with reliable insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate each patient's plan of care from admission through ongoing services.
• Complete start-of-care, resumption-of-care, recertification, and ongoing assessments.
• Evaluate factors affecting the patient’s ability to remain safely at home.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on needs and orders.
• Provide skilled nursing services including medications, treatments, and disease management.
• Monitor progress and adjust the plan as needed; communicate with physicians and healthcare team.
• Educate patients and caregivers about medications, safety, and home care strategies.
• Maintain thorough, accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Clinical autonomy

Organization

Communication

Patient-focused care

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

RN licensure

Job description

Home Health RN Case Manager | Polk CountyAre you an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys taking ownership of patient care and building meaningful relationships with the people you serve? Iowa Home Care is looking for a Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our team and coordinate comprehensive home health services throughout Polk County.As an RN Case Manager, you’ll serve as a key point of contact for patients, families, physicians, caregivers, and members of the clinical team. You’ll assess patient needs, establish individualized plans of care, monitor progress, and make sure services remain coordinated as a patient's needs change.This is an opportunity for a nurse who values clinical autonomy, organization, communication, and the ability to make a meaningful difference in a patient's life.What We OfferWe want our nurses to have the flexibility and resources necessary to provide exceptional care. Our benefits include:Flexible schedulingHealth, dental, vision, and life insuranceShort-term and long-term disability coverageFlexible spending accountPaid mileage or company-sponsored vehicleEmployee Assistance Program401(k) with employer matchPaid time off and holidaysEmployee wellness programContinuing education and professional development opportunitiesSupport from experienced clinical leadershipA collaborative interdisciplinary teamAn opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients and familiesYour Role as an RN Case ManagerYou will take the lead in coordinating each patient's plan of care from admission through ongoing services. Key responsibilities include:Complete comprehensive start-of-care, resumption-of-care, recertification, and ongoing patient assessments as requiredEvaluate physical, emotional, functional, and environmental factors affecting the patient's ability to remain safely at homeDevelop individualized plans of care based on patient needs, physician orders, and clinical findingsProvide skilled nursing services, including medications, treatments, disease management, and other interventions within the scope of practiceMonitor patient progress and identify changes that may require adjustments to the plan of careCommunicate patient status and significant changes with physicians and other appropriate healthcare providersObtain and document physician orders when changes in services or treatment are neededCoordinate nursing, therapy, aide, and other services involved in the patient's careCollaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, social workers, home health aides, and other members of the care teamEducate patients and caregivers regarding medications, disease processes, treatments, safety, and strategies for managing care at homeInvolve patients and families in care planning and encourage active participation in achieving health goalsProvide direction, instruction, and supervision to home health aides as requiredComplete required supervisory visits and evaluate the quality of services being providedMaintain thorough, accurate, and timely clinical documentationEnsure communication and care coordination remain consistent throughout the episode of careAdvocate for patients and help identify resources that support their health, safety, and independenceThe Kind of Nurse We're Looking ForWe’re looking for an RN who is:Clinically ConfidentYou can assess a patient's needs, recognize changes in condition, and make sound clinical decisions while knowing when additional support or physician involvement is needed.Organized and DependableCase management requires strong follow-through. You’ll coordinate multiple moving pieces while keeping patient care, communication, and documentation on track.A Strong CommunicatorYou’ll work with patients, families, physicians, caregivers, and multiple disciplines. Clear and timely communication is essential to successful home health care.Patient-FocusedYou understand that every patient has different goals, challenges, routines, and support systems. You approach care with respect and compassion.A Team PlayerAlthough you’ll have significant independence in the field, you’ll be part of a larger clinical team that works together to support patients and one another.Why Home Health?Home health nursing allows you to see your patients in the environment where their health and independence matter most. You’ll have the opportunity to understand the challenges they face at home and develop practical solutions that can improve their day-to-day quality of life.At Iowa Home Care, we believe excellent care comes from clinicians who are trusted, supported, and given the opportunity to use their professional expertise.Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. One (1) to two (2) years of recent acute care experience in an institutional setting.Current RN licensure and CPR certification.Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist.Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.