Registered Nurse Case Manager - OrderID: 4554

TemPositions Group of Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our Social Service Health Care Team. You will provide direct nursing care, coordinate services, and ensure comprehensive patient support under OPWDD guidelines.

Responsibilities include administering medications, updating care plans, and educating staff on health protocols. Collaboration with DSPs, medical providers, therapists, and families is essential to promote person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting.
• Experience in managed care or case management is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and medical records management.
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop comprehensive care plans.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations, including pediatrics and behavioral health.
• Familiarity with emergency room protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and clinical oversight for individuals with developmental disabilities per OPWDD guidelines.
• Administer medications and treatments, monitor for side effects, and maintain medical records.
• Conduct health assessments and respond to medical emergencies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including DSPs, medical providers, therapists, and families.
• Develop and update individualized nursing care plans and ISP contributions.
• Educate staff on health issues, medication administration, infection control, and medical protocols.
• Supervise medication administration and staff administering medications per policy.
• Provide supervision and training for LPNs and less experienced staff.
• Provide immediate first aid and referral to emergency services.

Skills

Nursing

Case management

Medical terminology

Care planning

Emergency procedures

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse Case Manager to join our Social Service Health Care Team. As a Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive patient care and coordinating services for the people we support. Your expertise in managed care, patient assessment, and medical terminology will be essential in ensuring the well-being of our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care and clinical oversight for individuals with developmental disabilities in accordance with OPWDD guidelines.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments, monitor for side effects, and maintain accurate medical records.
• Conduct health assessments and respond to medical emergencies as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including DSPs, medical providers, therapists, and family members.
• Develop and update individualized nursing care plans and contribute to person-centered service planning (ISP).
• Educate staff on health-related issues, proper medication administration, infection control, and other medical protocols.
• Administers medications when appropriate, and supervises AMAP certified staff in medication administration. Supervises all medication prescribed for individuals in accordance with agency policies.
• Provides supervision and training for Licensed Practical Nurses and/or less experienced.
• Provides immediate first aid with referral to outside emergency services or private physician.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting
• Experience in managed care or case management is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and medical records management
• Ability to assess patient needs and develop comprehensive care plans
• Experience working with diverse patient populations, including pediatrics and behavioral health
• Familiarity with emergency room protocols and procedures

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.