Registered Nurse Case Manager (RN)

Ashealthnet

Kettering (OH)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Kettering Home Care is seeking an RN I to provide skilled nursing at patients' homes in the Dayton metro, including Kettering and Oakwood. You will follow physician orders, educate families, and document care in compliance with Medicare guidelines.

Qualifications include a valid RN license, at least one year in an acute care setting (home care preferred), strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a team-based environment. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

Minimum of one year of RN experience in an acute care setting. Home care experience is desired.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
Detail-oriented and observant.
Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.

Responsibilities

Provides skilled nursing care in a patient's home as ordered by the attending physician
Observes and monitors patient conditions
Performs OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan of care and makes adjustments as needs change
Administers medication as prescribed by the physician
H elps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patients
Manages multi-disciplinary care as applicable
Promotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and discharges
Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage
Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care
H elps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions
Listens to patient and family members
Oversees and supervises total care of patient provided by Aides and LPNs
Evaluates the treatments and medical condition of the patient according to the plan of care
Determines if the level of care being provided meets the patients' needs
Communicates with the LPNs and Aides on supervisory visit results
Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
Maintains active RN license in state of employment
Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal
Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
Understands and practices agency policies and procedures
Drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.

Skills

Communication

Compassionate care

Nursing knowledge

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

RN license

Job description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Kettering Home Care

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm with on call responsibilities
Territory: Dayton ( East ), Kettering, Oakwood areas

SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse (RN) I provides comprehensive skilled care as ordered by the attending physician. The RN I educates patients and their family members and ensures the safety of the patient. The RN I is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The RN I is responsible for all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides skilled nursing care in a patient's home as ordered by the attending physician
Observes and monitors patient conditions
Performs OASIS assessments to develop an individualized plan of care and makes adjustments as needs change
Administers medication as prescribed by the physician
Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by front loading visits for high risk patients
Manages multi-disciplinary care as applicable
Promotes continuity of care with appropriate admissions, transfers and discharges
Counsels patient and family on the disease/injury processes and how to manage
Incorporates patient and family in development of plan of care
Helps decrease re-hospitalizations by teaching the patient on preventative measures and making good decisions
Listens to patient and family members
Oversees and supervises total care of patient provided by Aides and LPNs
Evaluates the treatments and medical condition of the patient according to the plan of care
Determines if the level of care being provided meets the patients' needs
Communicates with the LPNs and Aides on supervisory visit results
Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
Maintains active RN license in state of employment
Communicates with scheduler any changes outside the normal
Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
Maintains a professional appearance as a representative of the company
Understands and practices agency policies and procedures
Drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit.
Daily attendance at assigned visit locations.
Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits.
Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 24 hours of visits.
Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements.
Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
Fulfills RN visits in assigned geographic location per patient need within federal and state specifications.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of one year of experience as an RN in an acute care setting. Home care experience is desired.
Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
Knowledgeable on nursing best practices.
Ability to make appropriate nursing judgments.
Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution.
Detail-oriented and observant.
Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver.

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Registered Nurse with current license in the state of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge